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Managing Veterinarian
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.
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.
Job Details
At Staunton River Vet Clinic, we want to see your dog, cat and pot-belly pigs live full happy lives. We can accomplish this together through preventative care and early intervention. We promise quality care for your pet in a warm, welcoming, & fear-free environment.
Position Purpose:Elevate Your Veterinary Career in the Heart of Virginia’s Lake Country!
Staunton River Veterinary Clinic is looking for a dedicated and experienced Managing Veterinarian (DVM) to lead our compassionate and skilled team in beautiful Moneta, Virginia. This is an exceptional opportunity to combine leadership with hands-on veterinary care in a supportive, community-focused environment.
About Staunton River Veterinary Clinic
At Staunton River Veterinary Clinic, we are more than just a veterinary practice—we’re a vital part of our community. We’ve built a reputation for personalized care, progressive medicine, and strong client relationships. Our practice is well-equipped with:
Digital radiography (including dental)
In-house IDEXX diagnostics
Full surgical suite with monitoring equipment
Therapy laser
Fully integrated EMR system
We serve both small animals and exotics and pride ourselves on practicing high-quality, individualized medicine. Whether it’s routine wellness or complex surgery, we aim to deliver the gold standard of veterinary care.
⚕️ Meet the Team
You’ll be leading a tight-knit, experienced team of veterinarians, LVTs, and support staff who share a common passion: advocating for pets and the people who love them. Our collaborative atmosphere fosters mentorship, continuous learning, and professional growth. We celebrate wins together, tackle challenges as a unit, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
As Managing DVM, you’ll have both clinical responsibilities and leadership duties. You will guide the medical direction of the clinic, mentor and develop associates, and collaborate with our hospital manager to ensure smooth operations and an outstanding client experience.
Why Moneta, Virginia?
Known as the “Jewel of the Blue Ridge,” Moneta offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living and vibrant lake life. Nestled near Smith Mountain Lake, it’s a haven for outdoor lovers—boating, fishing, hiking, and kayaking are right at your doorstep. Despite its rural charm, Moneta is within easy driving distance to Lynchburg and Roanoke, offering access to urban amenities, dining, entertainment, and travel.
Living in Moneta means friendly neighbors, scenic views, and a pace of life that’s both relaxing and fulfilling.
What We’re Looking For
DVM or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school
Leadership or management experience strongly preferred
A passion for mentoring and team development
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Commitment to delivering top-tier veterinary care
What We Offer
Competitive base salary + production bonus + leadership bonus
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus
Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match
Unilimited paid time off, CE allowance, paid licenses and dues
Leadership development and CE opportunities
Supportive practice management and a voice in clinic decisions
- Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
- Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
- Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
- Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
- Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
- Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
- Unlimited personal time
- Bonus incentives
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
- CE and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Managing career path development
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM Referral Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Relocation assistance available
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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