Lead a high-impact veterinary team in Alexandria, VA as Area Chief of Staff, with compensation up to $235,000. This full-time, hospital-based leadership role blends hands-on medicine with multi-site oversight and team development.
The Hospital
This established, small-animal practice operates inside a well-trafficked retail setting with convenient, predictable hours (generally 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. weekdays and 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Saturdays). The hospital provides preventive care, wellness and vaccinations, dermatology and skin care, behavior evaluations, nutrition counseling, orthopedic evaluation, and general surgery including dentistry and spay/neuter. On-site diagnostic imaging and laboratory testing support efficient case workups. The environment is fast-paced and client-facing, with a supportive culture that empowers technicians to work at the top of their license. The team embraces structured training, consistent clinical standards, wellness plans, and telehealth support to enhance client education and continuity of care.
Location
Based in Alexandria, VA, the hospital sits minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., close to the Potomac River and a lively, walkable Old Town district.
- Minutes from Washington, D.C., with quick access to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
- Easy commuting via Metro (Blue/Yellow lines), VRE, Amtrak, water taxi, and the free King Street Trolley
- Historic Old Town with cobblestone streets, independent boutiques, and a dynamic dining scene
- Vibrant arts and music, including the Torpedo Factory Art Center and The Birchmere
- Waterfront parks and trails, including access to the Mount Vernon Trail and riverfront public art
- Proximity to major federal agencies and regional healthcare and research institutions
- Year-round community events, from historic parades to festivals and outdoor markets
- Growing mixed-use neighborhoods such as Potomac Yard and Carlyle with modern amenities
- A mid-sized city feel with strong public services and a diverse professional community
Benefits
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
- State licensure, DEA registration, and professional liability coverage paid or reimbursed
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Parental leave and family-building support
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
- Relocation assistance available
- Employee pet care discounts
The Role
- Provide medical leadership across assigned hospitals, fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture and high clinical standards
- Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain associate veterinarians; develop individualized coaching plans and growth pathways
- Oversee medical quality through case and medical record reviews, audits, and patient safety event follow-up
- Deliver clinical care in hospital; time in appointments/surgery flexes with team and site needs
- Partner with practice management to meet operational and clinical goals, monitor KPIs, and improve appointment flow
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including pharmacy and controlled substance management; serve as Responsible Veterinarian as required
- Champion preventive care, client communication, wellness plans, and telehealth-enabled service
- Manage medical equipment needs and participate in inventory planning and requests
- Address escalated client concerns related to medical care promptly and professionally
- Full-time, hospital-based schedule aligned with clinic hours, including some Saturdays
Requirements
- DVM/VMD from an accredited institution
- Active Virginia veterinary license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- DEA registration (or eligibility)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Proven competency in general surgery and dentistry
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team-building experience; multi-site leadership preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; comfortable in a fast-paced, client-centric setting
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