Managing Veterinarian

Job Description

At Kernersville Veterinary Hospital, we treat every patient like our own. Our dedicated team of animal lovers is committed to delivering top-quality veterinary care with compassion and expertise. We are a busy, well-established hospital with a loyal client base and a collaborative, supportive team environment. We pride ourselves on offering a strong work-life balance and the flexibility to practice individualized, high-quality medicine.

We are seeking a full-time Managing Veterinarian to join and guide our veterinary team. Are you a veterinarian who is passionate about leadership, mentorship, and practicing high-quality medicine in a positive and dynamic environment? We want to hear from you!

Potential Ownership Interest: Provided you maintain continued employment and good standing with the Hospital, you may be permitted to participate in the JV Pathway to Partnership Program or similar program which may prepare you to purchase an agreed-upon ownership interest in the Hospital at a future date. The terms of any such program are subject to change at the Company's discretion and without notice. The purchase of any ownership interest shall be in accordance with any terms the Board deems appropriate at such time in the future

About Kernersville Veterinary Hospital:

• We are a small animal hospital equipped with two exam rooms and two surgical suites, plus a dedicated dental station
• Our services include general wellness care, dentistry, diagnostic services, surgery, laser therapy, travel certificates, and end-of-life care
• We offer in-house ultrasounds, digital radiographic diagnostics, tonopen procedures, and an in-house laboratory to support fast and accurate diagnosis and treatment

Compensation:

• Up to $140,000 base salary plus production bonuses
• Leadership and sign on bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, ancillary coverage & 401k
• Attractive PTO and a rotating schedule which will provide a healthy work-life balance from large blocks of days off, including weekends and no on-call hours required
• $2500 in CE and in addition we will pay for Licensing, DEA, dues & fees

The Day to Day:

• Provide medical leadership and direction to the veterinary team
• Oversee the quality of care and medical protocols across the hospital
• Foster a positive, supportive environment that promotes learning, collaboration, and teamwork
• Ensure exceptional client service and education
• Work closely with hospital management to meet financial and operational goals
• Maintain a regular schedule of clinical duties alongside leadership responsibilities

Skills and Basic Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university • Prior leadership experience
• Active North Carolina veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A team-oriented leader who motivates and mentors others
• Passion for client education and delivering excellent patient care

For more information, please visit our website

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.


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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 Colorado's 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.