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Mantua Township, NJ, US, NJ, United States

Lead Veterinarian - Greenfields Veterinary Associates

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$150k-$180k

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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

The Lead Veterinarian will provide high-quality medical, surgical, and emergency care for dogs and cats while leading a collaborative team. They are responsible for making clinical decisions and ensuring the delivery of exceptional veterinary services in a supportive environment.

Requirements

The candidate must be a qualified veterinarian capable of performing routine wellness services, surgeries, and dental procedures. Strong leadership skills and a commitment to compassionate, community-oriented medicine are required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Diagnostic toolsPatient careTeam collaborationHospitalization management

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 ~$165k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $152k 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, 68% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in New Jersey?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$150k–$180kVeterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $108k–$175k)13 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$152k in purchasing powerNew Jersey index 108.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in New Jersey77 active3,087 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 68% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew Jersey healthcare professional listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus · 13% offer loan repayment113 active listings, Oct 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings969 in the last 30 days508 the 30 days before (+91%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+2.9% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Community Veterinary Partners#10 of 14 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

24 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs · 16 employers
4
<$140k
7
$140k-160k
6
$160k-180k
3
$180k-200k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
95% this job
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
CME allowance
63%
Relocation assistance
42% this job
Loan repayment
16%

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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 3,030 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Community Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on Bonus
Relocation Assistance
No Negative Accrual
Generous PTO
Paid Parental Leave
Yearly CE Funds
Paid CE Time Off
State License Fees Covered