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National Veterinary Associates Careers lists this Managing Veterinarian opportunity in purcellville, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates is seeking a team-oriented and enthusiastic Medical Director / Veterinarian 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:
$150,000-$200,000 base salary (experience-based)
Up to $100,000 sign-on bonus
Substantial retention and relocation support
About Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates
For 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 triage
Diversity of cases : Household pets, small farm animals, exotics, and reptiles keep every day interesting
Community deep-rooted : Strong partnerships with local rescue organizations
Innovation-focused : Continuous facility upgrades including MRI, digital radiography, on-site blood bank, and Class IV laser therapy
Your Role: More Than Management
As 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 team
Mentoring associates and fostering a culture where learning thrives
Ensuring gold-standard care while managing the practical side of inventory and protocols
Partnering with our Hospital Manager on recruiting top talent
Supporting your team's "passion projects" and continuing education goals
We're looking for someone who:
Leads by inspiration, not intimidation
Balances clinical excellence with team development
Genuinely enjoys client education and communication
Wants to build something lasting in a community-focused practice
The Lifestyle Factor
Purcellville offers something rare: sophisticated small-town living with big-city access.
30 minutes to Dulles International Airport
20 minutes to Metro access into DC and Northern Virginia
60 minutes to Washington, D.C.
Surrounded by wineries, breweries, hiking trails, and Blue Ridge Mountain views
This 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
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values : Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
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.
Worksite address
purcellville, VA, 20132, US
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