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Managing Veterinarian-Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital| Decatur, AL | Sign on bonus available!
Overview
As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.
Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.
When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.
Job Details
Practice:
Animal Tracks is a small animal clinic that offers a wide range of services including vaccines, surgery, dental cleanings, in-hospital bloodwork, digital radiographs, Ultrasound, boarding, and doggie daycare. The Animal Tracks team is a group of caring individuals dedicated to providing quality pet care in a warm, friendly, and family-like environment. Our passion is animals, and we treat each of our patients as family members.
Position Purpose:
Lead the Future of a Growing Practice in Decatur, Alabama
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Managing Veterinarian (MDVM) to lead a thriving small animal practice in Decatur, Alabama.
We're looking for a veterinarian with 3+ years of companion animal experience who is ready to step into a leadership role. Previous Managing Veterinarian experience isn't required—we're looking for someone who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and helping build a positive, collaborative culture while continuing to practice exceptional medicine.
This is an especially exciting time to join the team. The practice is preparing to move into a beautiful new, state-of-the-art hospital in a prime location, creating an incredible opportunity to help shape the future of the practice. As Managing Veterinarian, you'll play an important role in guiding the medical direction of the hospital, supporting and mentoring fellow veterinarians, and leading the team through an exciting new chapter of growth.
You'll continue practicing high-quality medicine while working alongside an experienced support team and caring for a loyal client base that values compassionate, personalized care.
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Brand-new, modern facility opening soon
- Opportunity to help shape the future of a growing hospital
- Prime location in Decatur, Alabama, with easy access to Huntsville, outdoor recreation, and the Tennessee River
- Loyal clients and experienced support staff
- Leadership incentives and competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Supportive, team-oriented culture
If you're ready to grow into a leadership role where you can make a lasting impact while continuing to practice great medicine, we'd love to connect.
Essential Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
- Provide high-quality medical and surgical care, including wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, treatment planning, and surgery
- Build lasting client relationships through clear communication, preventive care education, and compassionate end-of-life guidance
- Lead by example while maintaining the highest standards of medical care and ethical practice
- Mentor and support associate veterinarians through collaboration and day-to-day coaching
- Foster a positive, team-oriented culture focused on exceptional patient care
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and medical protocol
Requirements/Qualifications:
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
- Active Alabama veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)
- 3+ years of companion animal clinical experience preferred
- Previous leadership or mentorship experience is a plus, but not required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing others
- Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with larger patients or equipment as needed
Benefits Offered:
Perks & Benefits That Support You
- Competitive Compensation – Rewarding your experience and expertise
- Flexible Personal Time Away – Because work-life balance matters
- Bonus Opportunities – Including a generous sign-on package
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) & Roth(k) with Employer Match
- Continuing Education & Licensure Reimbursement
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Assistance Program & Mental Wellness Resources
- DVM Referral Bonus Program
- Professional Growth & Career Development
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.Success Profile
We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
Culture
At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:
Mentorship
We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
Choose Your Setting
We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.
Work-Life Balance
We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.
Authentic Autonomy
Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.
Support When it Matters Most
We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.
Career Path
New Graduate
This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.
Clinically Confident
You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.
Learning to Lead
Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.
“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”
- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM
Rewards
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Generous Vacation Time
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Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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