Founded in 1983, Allegan Veterinary Clinic recently moved to a state-of-the-art facility, handling a variety of small animal cases, including wellness exams, emergencies, surgeries, and more.
Why Join Us?
Collaborative environment with a focus on teamwork and knowledge-sharing.
Support for pursuing specialized interests, including exotics.
Competitive compensation with production bonuses and management incentives.
Future ownership potential through a Joint Venture opportunity.
Relocation assistance and lucrative sign-on/retention bonuses.
Digital radiography, in-house labs, full dental suite, EKG, ultrasound.
Full pharmacy, travel health checks, cremation services.
Specialties include exotics, nutritional counseling, and more.
Strong community ties with local shelters and rescues.
Excellent support staff and leadership team.
Role Overview As the Managing Veterinarian, you will:
Provide medical leadership and ensure regulatory compliance.
Foster teamwork and deliver high-quality care and client service.
Partner with the Hospital Manager to oversee hospital operations and financial performance.
Cultivate a collaborative, supportive team environment.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Oversight: Supervise cases, establish protocols, and ensure high standards of care.
Staff Leadership: Recruit, mentor, and train medical staff; monitor performance.
Financial Management: Drive revenue growth, manage expenses, and support budget planning.
Practice Growth: Boost patient visits, embrace innovation, and enhance client service.
If you are interested in joining us but are seeking a career with a different focus, we are also looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We are offering a $50,000 sign-on bonus for this role. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and modern environment.
About Allegan, MI Allegan, a charming small town near Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan, offers a close-knit community, strong educational opportunities, and abundant outdoor activities. The city combines historical charm with modern amenities, making it an ideal place to live and work.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Skills and Basic Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Michigan
Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members.
Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success.
Manages time and tasks appropriately.
Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
National Veterinary Associates is one of the largest and most respected communities of veterinary hospitals in the world, operating nearly 1,000 hospitals in North America, including in all 50 states, and caring for 8,000,000+ animals annually. NVA is backed by JAB Holding, a leading private equity firm. Each person who joins NVA is motivated by our mission to provide excellent, accessible care to improve the lives of animals and the people who love them. NVA has been extremely successful over its 25+ year history and we’re very excited about our next chapter as we work toward our shared vision of revolutionizing the pet care experience to provide more fulfilling lives for pets, their companions, and our team.