Managing Veterinarian-Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital| Decatur, AL | Sign on bonus available!

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

USD $115K–USD $150K /Yr.

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

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

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Managing Veterinarian will lead the medical direction of the hospital, mentor associate veterinarians, and foster a positive, collaborative team culture. They are responsible for providing high-quality medical and surgical care while maintaining excellent client relationships and operational standards.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Team ManagementClient CommunicationMedical Record KeepingClinical PracticeStaff Coaching

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$133k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $149k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 83% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Alabama?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.5 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,033 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$115k–$150kVeterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $130k–$163k)479 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$149k in purchasing powerAlabama index 88.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Alabama34 active3,077 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 83% no call · 70% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,033 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Managing Veterinarian-Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital| Decatur, AL | Sign on bonus available! at Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital a 6.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,033 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

18 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs · 8 employers
3
<$115k
3
$115k-140k
2
$140k-165k
3
$165k-190k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 8 employers
CME allowance
82% this job
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
Relocation assistance
45%
Loan repayment
27%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 6.5
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,033 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Animal Tracks Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Services
Decatur, Alabama

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Personal Time Away
Bonus Opportunities
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

Living in Decatur

Rent affordability

12% of gross pay

Market rent compared with this listing’s advertised pay.

Purchasing power

$131,863–$171,995/yr

At national-average prices · Before taxes

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$232k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,118/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Decatur, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use the advertised annual pay range’s lower bound, before taxes. Regional prices are not a personal budget.

Peer group: veterinarian · veterinary medicine · Full-time · hours not stated · Pay composition not stated. National listings with usable annual USD pay and local data, posted within 180 days of the 2026-09-22 snapshot. Rankings use lower pay bounds; higher percentiles mean more favorable comparisons. Only the same rent observation month is compared.

Ratings need at least 30 other listings, five employers and three locations; no employer may contribute over 35%. Strong: top quarter; Typical: middle half; Weaker: bottom quarter. Missing ratings mean insufficient comparable data, not a poor offer. These are offer comparisons, not city grades.