Lead Veterinarian - Greenfields Veterinary Associates
Listed compensation
$150k-$180k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Greenfields Veterinary Associates – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together
Mantua, New Jersey
Lead Doctor
Greenfields Veterinary Associates has proudly served the Gloucester County community since 1963, earning a reputation as a trusted, award-winning provider of compassionate veterinary care.
Located in Mantua, New Jersey, our clinic is dedicated to delivering exceptional care for dogs and cats—focusing on wellness services like routine exams and vaccinations, as well as medical, surgical, and emergency treatments.
We also provide comprehensive dental care and attentive hospitalization, all supported by state-of-the-art technology and a collaborative, experienced team. At Greenfields, we combine decades of expertise with a warm, community-oriented approach to veterinary medicine.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Established Reputation: Serving the Gloucester County community since 1963, with a legacy of trusted, award-winning veterinary care.
- Comprehensive Pet Care: We provide high-quality medical services for dogs and cats, including wellness exams, vaccinations, and emergency care.
- Full-Service Facility: Our offerings include surgery, dentistry, and attentive care for hospitalized patients.
- Advanced Technology: Equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment tools to support top-tier care.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work alongside a collaborative, experienced team committed to compassionate, community-oriented medicine.
Life in Mantua, NJ
Nestled in Gloucester County, Mantua offers the charm of small-town living with easy access to big-city amenities. Just a short drive from Philadelphia, the area combines peaceful suburban neighborhoods with top-rated schools, scenic parks, and a strong sense of community. With local wineries, farmers markets, and year-round events, Mantua is an ideal place to grow your career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle.
Greenfields Veterinary Associates is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.
Greenfields Veterinary Associates + CVP Difference
- Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
- Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 148+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
- Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
- Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.
Other Benefits of Our Community
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
- No Negative Accrual EVER.
- Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
- Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
- We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
- 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
- Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
- Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)
Our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine — offering true unlimited earning potential.
Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
Let’s talk. You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide veterinary care for dogs and cats, including wellness exams, vaccinations, medical and emergency treatment, surgery, dentistry, and hospitalized patient care. Lead clinical work within a collaborative team, using professional judgment and available technology to support high-quality patient care.
Requirements
The posting does not specify formal education, licensure, or years-of-experience requirements. The lead veterinarian role implies veterinary clinical expertise and leadership capability, but no specific credentials or experience thresholds are stated.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
General Veterinary Medicine Career Context
Of the 40 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 68% require no weekends.
Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $150k–$180k | Veterinarian median $145k (middle half $135k–$160k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$152k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in New Jersey | 116 active | 4,466 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 78% no call · 68% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Veterinarian pay trend | −6.7% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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