Managing Veterinarian - West Cincinnati, OH

AcutePet Urgent Care•White Oak, OH

About The Position

Vet-Owned. People-First. Be the clinical anchor of a hospital where medicine, culture, and leadership are shaped from the start. AcutePet Urgent Care is opening in White Oak, OH, and we’re seeking a Managing Veterinarian to help establish the medical direction, team culture, and operational rhythm of this brand new location. This isn’t inheriting someone else’s systems. It’s building them with intention. The Opportunity As Managing Veterinarian, you’ll: Set the clinical tone and standards of care Mentor and develop associate DVMs Partner closely with the Practice Manager to shape workflows and team culture Collaborate with our Chief Medical Officer, a board-certified criticalist, for ongoing medical guidance and case support Help recruit and build a team aligned around thoughtful, sustainable urgent care medicine You’ll practice high-quality urgent care without overnights or major holidays - while also stepping into meaningful leadership. Why White Oak? Cincinnati’s West Side is a dense, family-centered community with strong primary care relationships and increasing demand for accessible urgent care. Our White Oak hospital will deliver emergency-level medicine in an urgent care setting - designed for: Sustainability Clinical confidence Collaboration Long-term team retention You’ll see cases like: Lacerations and minor trauma GI obstruction workups Toxin ingestions Acute vomiting/diarrhea Urgent diagnostics and stabilization All with structured support and no ER-style burnout schedule. Who This Role Is Built For This position is ideal for: An experienced emergency veterinarian ready to lead without overnight intensity A strong GP with urgent care or ER experience who wants to mentor others A current leader looking for autonomy without corporate pressure What It’s Like to Work at AcutePet We’re a vet-owned organization built by people who understand the real demands of this profession. Our leadership team includes experienced DVMs, Managing Veterinarians, and a board-certified criticalist serving as Chief Medical Officer. Our operational leaders bring real-world hospital experience - ensuring teams are supported, not squeezed. We value: Collaboration over hierarchy Mentorship without micromanagement Transparent communication Sustainable scheduling Real investment in your well-being We believe strong leadership creates strong medicine. White Oak deserves urgent care done well.You could be the one who sets the tone. AcutePet Urgent Care is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support inclusion and are committed to empowering diverse experiences, skills, and perspectives within our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (or equivalent)
3+ years clinical experience preferred
Urgent care or ER comfort strongly preferred
Interest in mentorship and team development
Strong clinical reasoning and calm decision-making
Clear, compassionate client communication
Desire to help build systems - not just follow them

Responsibilities

Set the clinical tone and standards of care
Mentor and develop associate DVMs
Partner closely with the Practice Manager to shape workflows and team culture
Collaborate with our Chief Medical Officer, a board-certified criticalist, for ongoing medical guidance and case support
Help recruit and build a team aligned around thoughtful, sustainable urgent care medicine

Benefits

Competitive base salary + 25% production (whichever is greater), no negative accrual
Leadership stipend for Managing Veterinarian responsibilities
No overnights or major holidays
Up to six weeks paid parental/adoptive leave
Paid time off that supports life outside of work
100% company-paid health, dental, and life insurance premiums
Vision, disability, HSA, 401(k), and Employee Assistance Program
Employee pet care discounts
Dedicated leadership development support
Continuing education funding
No non-competes. No contracts.