Managing Veterinarian

Join Our Team! Managing Veterinarian Opportunity Governors
Avenue Animal Hospital | Dover, DE
Up to $35,000 in Sign-On Bonuses

Governors
Avenue Animal Hospital has proudly served the Dover community since the 1950s.
We provide compassionate, high-quality care for cats, dogs, pocket pets, and
birds, with a strong emphasis on client education, clear communication, and
exceptional medical standards. We are now seeking an experienced Managing
Veterinarian to lead our dedicated team.
Who We Are
Our
hospital is built on collaboration, respect, and positivity. We are a hands-on
team that supports one another, steps in when help is needed, and shares a
collective commitment to excellent patient care.
The Opportunity
As
Managing Veterinarian, you’ll continue doing what you love most: practicing
veterinary medicine and building meaningful relationships with patients and
clients. In addition, you’ll play a key leadership role by guiding medical
standards, mentoring veterinarians, and fostering a culture where both people
and pets thrive.
Job
Duties:

Provide medical
leadership and oversight of the veterinary team

Develop and
uphold medical protocols and best practices

Ensure
regulatory compliance and high standards of care

Mentor, coach,
and inspire veterinarians and support staff

Partner closely
with the Hospital Manager on budgeting, financial performance, and
operational improvements

This
is an ideal role for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership, values teamwork, and
wants to make a lasting impact without stepping away from clinical practice.
Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent

A strong
commitment to delivering exceptional, evidence-based veterinary medicine

Proven ability
to lead, delegate, and develop high-performing teams

Excellent
communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills

What We Offer:

Competitive
compensation with signing and performance bonuses

Flexible
scheduling to support work-life balance

Comprehensive
benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with
company match

Annual CE
allowance, professional dues, and equipment support

Unique joint
venture opportunities to gain ownership and invest in your practice

·
Relocating
MDVM’s receive $20,000 or more towards stress-free relocation assistance with
our corporate relocation partner*
Compensation

Base salary: $130,000–$175,000 ,
commensurate with experience

Additional
production-based bonuses

About Dover, Delaware
Located
in Delaware’s charming capital city, Governors Avenue Animal Hospital offers
access to rich history, museums, and outdoor recreation. Dover is minutes from
Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge, close to Delaware’s beautiful beaches,
and within easy driving distance of major metropolitan areas—making it an ideal
place to live and work.
*Relocation benefits are offered at NVA GP’s discretion
and are available only for approved Managing Veterinarian roles within the
following states: OH, WV, PA, MD, NJ, NY, MA, RI, CT, VT, NH, ME. Eligibility
is dependent on distance moved, business need, and final approval from Talent
Acquisition. Payment amounts and criteria may vary by role and are subject to
change at any time.
Relocation benefits are not available for local moves
(e.g., short-distance moves within the same metro area). NVA GP reserves the
right to determine whether a move qualifies as “relocation” based on mileage
thresholds, candidate address, and business rationale.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values : Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com - We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication - All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com - There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA! NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorados Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.