An Area Chief of Staff opportunity in Stallings, NC offers earnings up to $195,000. This high-impact veterinary leadership role combines clinical practice with multi-hospital oversight to mentor doctors, advance standards of care, and deliver an exceptional client experience.
The Hospital
- Busy small-animal practice in a convenient retail setting with steady client foot traffic and a friendly, client-facing environment.
- Preventive care, dentistry, routine soft-tissue surgery, in-clinic diagnostics, and general medical services.
- Supportive, team-based culture with veterinarians, credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service professionals.
- On-site capabilities include digital radiology, digital dental X-ray, on-site laboratory diagnostics, and an in-house pharmacy with same-day prescriptions.
- Client-friendly operations such as convenient drop-off options and access to language interpretation services by phone or video.
- Consistent retail hours with weekend availability, designed for organized workflows and predictable scheduling.
- Well-used community clinic with an active online presence and a commitment to accessible care.
Location
Stallings, NC offers a balanced lifestyle with suburban comfort and quick access to metropolitan amenities. Situated just outside Charlotte, it blends excellent schools, community parks, and convenient commuting options with a growing local economy.
- Located about 15 miles from Charlotte with easy access to I-485 and the Monroe Expressway.
- Family-friendly parks and recreation, including playgrounds, trails, and community events.
- Served by Union County Public Schools, with local elementary options and a well-regarded county district.
- Short average commutes and strong broadband coverage for a connected, convenient lifestyle.
- Expanding business corridors and town-center planning support continued growth and opportunity.
- Nearby shopping, restaurants, and services in Stallings, plus quick trips to Matthews and Indian Trail.
- Close to regional attractions and entertainment across the Charlotte area.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE days.
- Reimbursement for professional dues, state licensure, and DEA fees.
- Professional liability coverage.
- Paid parental leave and employee assistance program.
- Pet care discounts.
- Uniform allowance.
- Potential relocation assistance.
- Mileage reimbursement for approved inter-hospital travel.
The Role
- Full-time Area Chief of Staff position providing medical leadership across assigned local hospitals, including the Stallings area.
- Leads, coaches, and develops associate veterinarians; cultivates a positive, learning-focused culture.
- Conducts regular hospital visits and quality reviews; supports consistent medical protocols and record-keeping standards.
- Partners with hospital and regional leadership on recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing mentorship for doctors.
- Oversees medical equipment needs, maintenance, and calibration in collaboration with hospital leadership.
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including controlled substances and radiation safety.
- Delivers clinical care part of the time, including wellness, dentistry, internal medicine, and routine soft-tissue surgery.
- Drives medical quality, client experience, and operational performance; supports technician engagement and retention.
- Requires local travel between assigned hospitals and some evening or weekend coverage as needed.
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
- Current license to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina (or eligibility to obtain promptly).
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- Proven leadership experience mentoring or managing veterinarians.
- Competence in routine surgeries and dentistry, with strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills; ability to influence across multiple sites.
- Working knowledge of regulatory compliance, including controlled substance management and radiation safety.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, client-facing, retail-clinic environment.
- Valid driver license and reliable transportation for local travel.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of clinical practice, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
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