Veterinarian - Lake Forest Animal Hospital

Veterinarian - Lake Forest Animal Hospital

Forest, Virginia, United States

Lake Forest Animal Hospital, located on the outskirts of Lynchburg, Virginia is a small animal veterinary practice offering general practice, emergency, surgery, and dental services. Its team of veterinarians has a wealth of experience, one of whom — along with the practice manager — has been working there since it first opened. To date, many of its clientele have been bringing their pets to Lake Forest just as long for all of their veterinary needs.

Lake Forest Animal Hospital has gained a reputation for its excellent care, recently earning the Lynchburg Living Bronze award for their level of dedication! Our close knit, family oriented, skilled and experienced team of doctors work extremely well together and we strive to provide schedules that work well for each member and their families.

Lake Forest Animal Hospital, nestled on the outskirts of Lynchburg, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join our friendly and experienced team! Located just off the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, our practice offers the perfect blend of quality veterinary care and access to outdoor adventure in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

At Lake Forest, we pride ourselves on fostering a positive, collaborative culture. Our veterinary and support teams are highly tenured, fun to work with, and deeply committed to patient care. Our efforts haven’t gone unnoticed either- we’re proud recipients of the Lynchburg Living Bronze Award for excellence in veterinary services.

A supportive team of 3 full-time veterinarians, seeking a 4th to complete the crew

Recently built, separate kennel facility to reduce hospital noise and stress

A leadership team passionate about mentorship, professional development, and optimizing hospital flow

Easy access to outdoor recreation—from hiking and biking to kayaking and camping

A full-time or part-time Veterinarian

Open to both new graduates and experienced clinicians

A team player with a growth mindset and a commitment to high-quality medicine

Lake Forest Animal Hospital is part of Vet Evolve, a network of veterinary practices built to support the people delivering care and the practices they lead. We combine clinical insight with operational strength to give our teams the support, tools, and structure they need to thrive, without losing what makes each practice unique. We are intentionally focused on growth, not as an end in itself, but as a way to strengthen our practices, expand access to care, and create more opportunities for our teams.

Guided by our values:
Care First. Better Together. Grow Forward. Own It. We create an environment where veterinary professionals can do their best work, build meaningful careers, and deliver exceptional care. Growth with intention. Care without compromise.

Base salary for experienced veterinarians: $140–175K (based on skillset, experience, and schedule)

Additional earning potential: $180K+ via a no-negative-accrual bonus plan (optional)

Relocation stipend and multi-year commitment bonus available (negotiable)

• Paid vacation & sick leave
• Supplemental insurance options
• Full coverage of licensing, liability, and professional dues
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• 100% paid short-term disability premiums

• Customized continuing education packages + 1 full week paid CE time annually
• Support From the Start wet lab-based mentorship for new grads
• Access to Mentor Vet, Vet Specialists On Demand, and wellness coaching resources
• Internal CE including annual retreats, webinars, and local hands-on events

We’d love to learn about your goals and show you how we can support them. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next career move, we welcome the chance to talk.