Lead Veterinarian
Listed compensation
$15k-$160k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
North Haledon Veterinary Care – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together
North Haledon, New Jersey
Lead Doctor
North Haledon Veterinary Care is seeking a compassionate and experienced Lead Veterinarian to join our dedicated team and help guide the future of our community-focused practice.
With nearly 30 years of trusted service, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering personalized, high-quality care with a welcoming, “hometown” feel that our loyal clients know and love.
Our positive and collaborative team culture sets us apart—our staff actively pursues continuing education, supports one another, and stays engaged even during downtime.
Though our team is newer to CVP and North Haledon, they’ve already made a lasting impact and are committed to delivering an exceptional client and patient experience.
As a leader in the practice, you’ll mentor our team, foster a supportive and growth-minded environment, and help expand our reach through community engagement initiatives like our Pet Wellness Days, which offer accessible care and introduce new clients to our trusted services.
If you're a passionate veterinarian with strong leadership skills and a desire to grow within a close-knit, supportive community, we’d love to meet you!
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Strong Community Roots: Be part of a well-established practice with nearly 30 years of trusted service in the tight-knit North Haledon community.
- Positive Team Culture: Work alongside a collaborative, supportive, and motivated team that values continued learning and professional growth.
- Hometown Feel: Build meaningful relationships with clients who appreciate familiar faces and personalized care for their pets.
- Community Engagement: Help lead impactful outreach efforts like Pet Wellness Days, offering low-cost services and connecting with new pet owners.
- Leadership Opportunity: Take on a fulfilling leadership role where you’ll mentor fellow veterinarians and help shape the future of a growing practice.
North Haledon, NJ
North Haledon, NJ is a quiet, charming town nestled between Bergen and Passaic counties, offering the perfect balance of small-town community and big-city accessibility.
Known for its friendly atmosphere and strong local pride, North Haledon hosts numerous community events throughout the year and is located just down the street from the local firehouse and a vibrant community outreach center.
With easy access to several major highways and only 40 minutes from New York City, the area provides convenience for commuters and endless options for dining, shopping, and recreation. The surrounding towns offer extensive public transportation, making travel simple and stress-free.
Residents enjoy the many parks, lakes, hiking trails, and top-tier restaurants nearby, as well as access to excellent public schools and diverse neighborhoods—making it an ideal place to live and work, especially for families.
North Haledon Veterinary Care 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.
North Haledon Veterinary Care + CVP Difference
- Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
- Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ 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.
Sound Like Your Kind of Place?
Let’s talk. We’d love to get to know you and share what makes North Haledon Veterinary Care a special place to grow your career.
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
The Lead Veterinarian will mentor the clinical team and foster a supportive, growth-oriented practice environment. They will also lead community outreach initiatives and ensure the delivery of high-quality, personalized patient care.
Requirements
The candidate must be a compassionate and experienced veterinarian with strong leadership capabilities. A commitment to professional growth and community-focused practice is essential for this role.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 73% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $160k | Veterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $108k–$160k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$147k in purchasing power | New Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in New Jersey | 76 active | 3,147 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 73% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New Jersey healthcare professional listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment112 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 996 in the last 30 days | 502 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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