Lead Veterinarian
Compensation
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- Full-Time
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Job Description
Great Falls Animal Hospital – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together
Position: Lead Veterinarian
Full Time
Practice Type: Small Animal | General Practice
Great Falls, Virginia
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At Great Falls Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be a cornerstone of the Great
Falls community. For over 50 years, we’ve been dedicated to providing
compassionate, high-quality veterinary care while building lasting relationships
with the pets and families we serve. Our team takes pride in delivering
excellent medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment where every
patient and every team member matters.
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Why You’ll Love Working Here
A dedicated, highly skilled support team that makes your day smoother, more
rewarding, and enjoyable
* A modern, well-equipped facility that empowers you to practice your best
medicine
* A culture built on respect, collaboration, and a shared love for animals—and
the people who love them
* Strong community connections, from local shelter partnerships to events that
bring pets and people together
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Life in Great Falls, VA
Set along the Potomac River, Great Falls is known for its natural beauty,
including nearby Great Falls Park, as well as its quiet, upscale lifestyle.
Residents enjoy a strong sense of community, abundant outdoor recreation, and
easy access to the dining, culture, and professional opportunities of
Washington, D. C., just a short drive away.
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Great Falls Animal Hospital 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.
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Great Falls Animal Hospital + 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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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Key Responsibilities
Provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to small animals in a general practice setting. Collaborate with a support team to deliver excellent medicine and build lasting relationships with clients.
Requirements
Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of practicing high-quality medicine. The role requires a commitment to collaborative teamwork and professional growth within a supportive environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 20.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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