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Wilmington, North Carolina

General Practice Care - Medical Lead Veterinarian - Wilmington, NC

VeterinarianIncludes callFull-Time

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Job Description

General Practice Care - Medical Lead Veterinarian - Wilmington, {State_Code}

An exceptional veterinary hospital, with a dedicated team, is seeking an experienced Medical Lead Veterinarian to provide advanced clinical guidance, support day-to-day medical operations, and ensure superior patient and client care. The ideal leader for this hospital is a veterinarian who excels in clinical excellence, supports team development, and serves as a key bridge between associate veterinarians and senior leadership.

This hospital is open to considering experienced veterinarians who are prepared to take on a clinical leadership role, mentoring team members, supporting medical protocols, and collaborating closely with the Medical Director and practice manager.

Credentials & Qualifications That Are Required

Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (VMD) from an AVMA accredited college or university.

  • Active state license in good standing, or currently pursuing licensure.
  • Current DEA license in good standing, or willing to obtain.
  • A commitment to veterinary excellence and upholding the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics.
  • Proven clinical experience, typically 3+ years in general practice.

Qualities & Skills That Are Appreciated

  • Being supportive, inclusive, a strong communicator, and constantly curious.
  • Strong clinical skills with the ability to guide and support fellow veterinarians.
  • Providing mentorship and case support to associate veterinarians.
  • Commitment to maintaining and improving medical standards and protocols.
  • Excitement for learning, collaborating, and growing.
  • Courage to seek out new challenges and experiences.
  • Devotion to patient care, client care, clinical excellence, and professional development.
  • Self-motivation, efficiency, and confidence in clinical decision-making.
  • Love for, and a dedication to veterinary medicine.

Total Rewards Created With Intention

Below is an overview of rewards and benefits that our partners may offer, but the specific details surrounding each hospital’s total rewards package will be provided by the hiring manager during each interview process.

  • A customized and comprehensive compensation package, that’s tailored to you!
  • The potential for a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment options.
  • A selection of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance plans, to fit your needs.
  • Company covered Professional Liability Insurance, state and DEA licensure, accreditations and memberships, and more!
  • Paid PTO and Parental Leave, because self-care and family time is a priority!
  • Retirement plans that provide a company match, so you’re not alone in planning for your future.
  • Discounted veterinary care, so your personal pets are taken care of too!
  • Annual allowance for professional development and continued learning.

If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you, we welcome you to apply!

Not quite ready to apply, or maybe you have some questions? We understand!

Reach out to us at: blake@usvta.com and he'll be happy to either connect with you directly, or connect you with one of our Talent Partners, within 48 hours.

All are welcome. USVTA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We will always provide a fair and equal interview and recruiting process to all applicants and candidates.

All decisions made during our interview and recruiting process are based solely on an applicant’s or candidate’s qualifications, training, experience, and abilities.

We will never discriminate against an applicant or candidate for any reason, including, but not limited to, based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, or genetic information.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Lead Veterinarian will provide advanced clinical guidance and oversee day-to-day medical operations at the hospital. They will also serve as a mentor to associate veterinarians and act as a bridge between the clinical team and senior leadership.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) from an AVMA accredited institution and possess an active state license. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience in general practice is required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Communication

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% have no call, 62% require no weekends.

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,003 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Wilmington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$392k
Typical market rent
$1,706/mo
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
96.4
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Wilmington, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-On Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance