Veterinarian

Location Charlottesville
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: $140,000 +
Contact name: Maeve Cummins

Contact email: maeve@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3624
Published: about 6 hours ago

Medical Director – Emergency Veterinarian
Charlottesville, VA · Leadership · 24/7 ER Facility

A leading emergency animal hospital in Charlottesville, Virginia is seeking a Medical Director to join and lead its experienced team. This is a unique opportunity for a skilled veterinarian with a passion for emergency medicine, mentorship, and collaborative leadership.

As the only dedicated emergency hospital in the area, this facility has been a trusted provider of urgent care for over 15 years—supporting pets and their families on nights, weekends, and holidays.

What Sets This Role Apart:

  • A fully equipped ER hospital with surgical suite, electrocautery, ventilator, STAT radiology consults, bedside ultrasound, and in-house diagnostics

  • Advanced emergency capabilities: transfusion products, oxygen therapy, fluid therapy with electronic monitoring

  • Onsite access to board-certified specialists in surgery, internal medicine, and more

  • A committed and cohesive team culture focused on patient care, client service, and mutual support

The Ideal Candidate:

  • DVM (or equivalent) with active or eligible Virginia license

  • Proven leadership experience and passion for developing teams

  • Skilled in emergency medicine and enthusiastic about collaboration

  • Committed to clinical excellence and fostering a positive hospital culture

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Customizable compensation and benefits package

  • Sign-on bonus and relocation support

  • Flexible scheduling for work-life balance

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Paid parental leave, vacation, and CE time

  • 401(k) with company match

  • CE allowance + career development programs

  • Student loan assistance

  • Licensing and liability coverage included

Be a voice for high-quality emergency care in a well-respected hospital serving a close-knit community. If you're looking for a leadership role where your impact truly matters—this could be your next career move.

If you would like to explore this opportunity email Maeve at maeve@lloydandcowan.com. Or submit your resume to apply!