Lead Veterinarian – Charlotte, NC | Leadership Opportunity | AAHA Accredited Hospital

Why this role stands out

Ready to take the next step into clinical leadership while continuing to practice high-quality medicine?

Join a respected AAHA-accredited hospital offering:

• Lead Veterinarian position with genuine leadership responsibility
• Collaborative multi-doctor environment
• Strong operational and management support
• Career development and mentoring opportunities

The Practice

• Long-established AAHA-accredited small animal hospital
• Outstanding reputation with an excellent local client base
• Comprehensive facilities supporting preventative care, diagnostics, surgery, urgent care, rehabilitation, and advanced medicine
• High clinical standards with modern equipment and established medical protocols
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional patient care
• Strong emphasis on mentoring, teamwork, and continuous professional development

The Role

Full-time Lead Veterinarian position combining clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, including:

• Leading and mentoring the veterinary team
• Delivering high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care
• Supporting hospital performance alongside the Practice Manager
• Coaching and developing associate veterinarians
• Driving clinical standards and best practice initiatives
• Leading doctor meetings and mentoring programmes
• Building strong client relationships and supporting community engagement

Suitable for

• Experienced Associate Veterinarians ready for leadership
• Current Lead or Medical Directors seeking a new opportunity
• Veterinarians passionate about mentoring and team development
• Clinicians who enjoy balancing medicine with leadership responsibilities

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Leadership bonus opportunities
• Monthly production bonus with no negative accrual
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Paid professional liability insurance
• Generous PTO
• Paid parental leave
• CE allowance with dedicated CE days
• Leadership development programmes
• Structured career progression
• Long and short-term disability cover
• Wellbeing support and telehealth services

Location

Charlotte, North Carolina is one of the fastest-growing cities in the Southeast, offering outstanding restaurants, professional sports, excellent schools, vibrant nightlife, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coastline.

Requirements

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
• Eligible to work in the US
• Minimum of 2 years' clinical experience
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• NAVLE certification
• ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
• DEA, State, and USDA licenses (or ability to obtain upon hire)

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers.