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Medical Director at National Veterinary Associates

National Veterinary Associates Purcellville, Virginia

Job Description

Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates

is seeking a team-oriented and enthusiastic

Medical Director

to join our team in

Purcellville, Virginia!

Imagine leading a practice where your team saves wildlife before breakfast, performs complex surgeries by afternoon, and mentors the next generation of veterinarians before heading home to world-class wineries and hiking trails. This isn't just another leadership role—it's a chance to shape veterinary medicine in one of Virginia's most vibrant communities.The Package:$150K-$200K base salary

(experience-based)Up to $100K sign-on bonusSubstantial retention and relocation supportTrue PTO

that doesn't penalize your production bonusesLeadership bonuses

on top of competitive base pay

About Blue Ridge Veterinary AssociatesFor over three decades, we've been the veterinary heartbeat of Loudoun County. Our 30,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility isn't just impressive on paper—it's where ten veterinarians collaborate daily on cases that range from routine wellness to complex internal medicine.What makes us different:Wildlife heroes

: We're one of the few practices accepting all Good Samaritan wildlife for triageDiversity of cases

: Household pets, small farm animals, exotics, and reptiles keep every day interestingCommunity deep-rooted

: Strong partnerships with local rescue organizationsInnovation-focused

: Continuous facility upgrades including MRI, digital radiography, on-site blood bank, and Class IV laser therapyYour Role: More Than ManagementAs Medical Director, you won't be buried in paperwork. You'll be a practicing veterinarian who happens to lead—someone who mentors new grads in the morning, performs surgery in the afternoon, and shapes the medical vision of the practice throughout.You'll be responsible for:Setting the medical and surgical direction for a collaborative 10-doctor teamMentoring associates and fostering a culture where learning thrivesEnsuring gold-standard care while managing the practical side of inventory and protocolsPartnering with our Hospital Manager on recruiting top talentSupporting your team's "passion projects" and continuing education goalsWe're looking for someone who:Leads by inspiration, not intimidationBalances clinical excellence with team developmentGenuinely enjoys client education and communicationWants to build something lasting in a community-focused practiceThe Lifestyle FactorPurcellville offers something rare: sophisticated small-town living with big-city access.30 minutes

to Dulles International Airport20 minutes

to Metro access into DC and Northern Virginia60 minutes

to Washington, D.C.Surrounded by

wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and Blue Ridge Mountain viewsThis is where you can afford a home with land, enjoy farm-to-table restaurants in a renovated grain mill, and still catch a show at the Kennedy Center when the mood strikes. Your kids will love the roller rink and baseball fields; you'll love the work-life balance that actually exists here.Ready to Lead?If you're tired of corporate veterinary medicine that treats doctors like cogs, or you're ready to step up from associate to leader in a practice that values integrity and innovation equally, let's talk.Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates

is where your career ambitions and quality of life finally align.

For more information, please visit our website at Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates**Check out our social media posts to get a great idea of our great team culture at BRVA (links on the hospital website)

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