Lead Veterinarian | Clinical Leadership + GP | West Chester, OH
About The Position
Pfister Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as a Lead Veterinarian in their well-established small animal practice in West Chester, Ohio. This role is for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine but is ready to take on a larger impact within the team. The Lead Veterinarian will act as a clinical resource for fellow doctors, foster collaboration, and partner with practice leadership to ensure the hospital's continued success. The ideal candidate will lead by example, enjoy bringing people together, and influence the clinical culture while maintaining relationships with their own patients and clients. Pfister Animal Hospital has a 30-year history of providing high-quality, compassionate veterinary care and operates in a 12,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities. The hospital handles a diverse caseload, from preventative care to complex medical and surgical cases, emphasizing continuity of care and individualized medicine with doctor autonomy.
Requirements
- Experienced small animal veterinarian with strong clinical judgment.
- Collaborative and approachable with both doctors and support staff.
- Comfortable being a resource for other veterinarians while encouraging open discussion and different perspectives.
- Passionate about high-quality medicine and client relationships.
- Interested in mentoring and helping other doctors grow.
- Able to balance clinical autonomy with consistency and teamwork.
- A strong communicator who can help bring people together.
- Excited about helping shape the future of an established hospital.
Nice To Haves
- Experienced Lead DVM
- Established veterinarian ready to take the next step into clinical leadership
Responsibilities
- Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the veterinary team.
- Help foster an environment where doctors collaborate, discuss cases, and learn from one another.
- Support and mentor veterinarians as they continue developing clinically.
- Help maintain a strong standard of high-quality, compassionate medicine throughout the hospital.
- Partner with the Practice Manager and hospital leadership to support the team, culture, and continued growth of the practice.
- Lead by example while maintaining your own clinical autonomy and individual approach to medicine.
- Help create an environment where doctors and support staff feel heard, supported, and excited about the medicine they're practicing.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with monthly production compensation
- No negative accrual
- Lead DVM Monthly Stipend
- Tailored Sign-On Bonus
- Strong Earning Potential
- 12,000-Square-Foot, Modern Facility
- Advanced diagnostics
- Surgical capabilities
- Resources to work up complex cases
- Clinical Leadership + Autonomy
- Diverse, High-Quality Caseload
- Experienced, Tenured Support Team
- Collaborative Culture
- Leadership Growth & Support
- Access to CVP leadership development, resources, and a broader network of veterinary professionals
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available
- Generous PTO
- Paid Parental Leave
- Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE
- State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT fees covered
- 401(k) Match
- Equity Opportunities
- Pet care discounts
- Team Recognition Programs
- Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
