Lead Veterinarian

Veterinary Careers Consultant @ Atlas Consultancy Group | USA Looking to take the next step in your career? This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian to join a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital in Union, NJ as a Lead Veterinarian.

This thriving practice has grown from a humble single-doctor clinic to a well-established facility with over 60 dedicated team members, with over 15 fantastic doctors, offering a collaborative and dynamic work environment. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, this hospital expanded in 2018 to enhance its emergency and primary care services, ensuring top-tier patient care and advanced medical capabilities.

This AAHA-accredited hospital provides a wide range of services, including urgent and critical care, specialty referrals, wellness and preventive medicine, advanced surgery, dentistry, exotic pet care, and ICU/hospitalized care. The facility is equipped with next-generation diagnostic tools and an on-site laboratory, allowing veterinarians to practice high-quality medicine to maintain the incredible reputation the hospital has earned over the years.

Located in Union, NJ, this position offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, community-focused environment with easy access to New York City and Newark. The area is known for its top-rated schools, diverse cultural experiences, shopping and recreational options, and a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to live and work.

This position offers a competitive salary with no negative accrual and monthly bonus payouts, providing financial stability and growth opportunities. Veterinarians at this hospital enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with details listed below.

Emphasizing a strong work/life balance, the clinic offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate personal and professional needs. Veterinarians also benefit from best-in-class mentorship and career development programs, ensuring continuous learning and professional growth. As part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, doctors also have access to mental health resources at no cost.

This is an incredible opportunity for a veterinarian looking to take the next step in leadership while working in a progressive, well-equipped, and highly respected hospital. If you’re ready to lead a dedicated team, provide exceptional care, and make a lasting impact, don’t hesitate to reach out to the team at Atlas to learn more!

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• AAHA-Accredited facility with an incredible range of diagnostic and surgical equipment
• Collaborate with over 15 other doctors and over 45 dedicated veterinary professionals
• A truly rare opportunity to progress into a leadership opportunity whilst maintaining the time and ability to perform high-quality veterinary medicine
• A fantastic work-life balance with a variety of scheduling options available
• Dedication to low-stress handling and providing the highest quality of care to pets and their parents
• A diverse and interesting caseload including GP, UC, and ER where no two days are the same!
• The hospital has built a stellar reputation in the community with consistently positive feedback and ratings

• Must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an AVMA-accredited university or equivalent
• Have a New Jersey veterinary state license in good standing or the ability to obtain one if you are relocating
• Be eligible for a DEA license
• For a Lead Veterinarian position, you must have at least 5 years of experience practicing as a veterinarian and ideally some experience in a managerial position
• Be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary medicine
• Enjoy working collaboratively with other veterinary professionals
• Fantastic Pro/Sal compensation up to $200K base salary
• 401k with company match
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Access to mental health resources
• Life insurance
• Pet Discounts
• Paid parental leave
• Paid licensing and dues
• Liability coverage
• And more!

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Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Veterinary Services