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Veterinarian - Managing

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

GP, small animal in addition to exotic pets * Open treatment area * Double surgical suite * Dental ... OH, WV, PA, MD, NJ, NY, MA, RI, CT, VT, NH, ME. Eligibility is dependent on distance moved ...

NVA

Veterinarian - Managing

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

GP, small animal in addition to exotic pets * Open treatment area * Double surgical suite * Dental ... OH, WV, PA, MD, NJ, NY, MA, RI, CT, VT, NH, ME. Eligibility is dependent on distance moved ...

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As of Aug 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for nj exotic pets in the United States is $21.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectNj Exotic PetsNj Pet Store Employee
CertificationsKnowledge of exotic animals, possibly specialized trainingBasic retail or customer service training
Work EnvironmentHandling and caring for exotic animals, often in a specialized settingAssisting customers, stocking, and maintaining the store
Industry UsageFocus on exotic pet care and salesGeneral pet retail and customer service

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NJ Exotic Pets typically refers to businesses or professionals in New Jersey who specialize in the care, sale, or rescue of exotic animals. These may include reptiles, birds, amphibians, small mammals, and other non-traditional pets not commonly found in households. NJ Exotic Pets may offer services such as pet adoption, educational programs, supplies, and guidance on proper exotic pet care. They also help ensure that pet ownership complies with New Jersey's laws and regulations regarding exotic animals.

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Veterinarian - Managing

National Veterinary Associates

Woodbridge, VA

Other

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description


    Dale City Animal Hospital in Woodbridge, VA is searching for a Managing Veterinarian to join their team!


    Joint Venture Opportunity, Generous Sign-On Bonus 

    Relocating MDVM's receive $20,000 or more towards stress-free relocation assistance with our corporate relocation partner

    $3K + 5 Days CE Allowance, Student Debt Repayment Allowance

    Parental Leave, Newly Renovated Facility, Growing Team


    Dale City Animal Hospital has been providing high standards of medicine within this community for over 30 years. Dale City has recently relocated to a newly renovated 7,000 square foot facility. We are currently a 3-doctor practice and are looking to expand into a larger team in the years to come as our practice grows. Dale City strives to provide an environment that upholds outstanding customer service, top notch patient care, and a fun work environment. We are looking for a strong leader who is interested in helping to build a practice and use their skills to better veterinary medicine in our community.


    Equipment and Procedures

    • GP, small animal in addition to exotic pets
    • Open treatment area
    • Double surgical suite
    • Dental Suite with portable digital Xray
    • 10 Exam Rooms
    • DVM office space overlooking the treatment area
    • Ultrasound & Xray
    • In house Idexx Lab equipment


    Work-Life Balance

    We are a strong believer of supporting work-life balance through having a rotating schedule of 4 and 5-day work weeks. The occasional Saturday might be needed as we build the DVM team. We are a facility that does not house pets overnight or currently offer appointments past 7:00pm. We are closed on the 6 federal holidays as well. We work to provide customized scheduling that fits the needs of our team, MDVM included.


    Responsibilities

    • Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors while ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication/education
    • Responsible for the financial performance of the hospital including revenue and hospital contribution growth as well as managing all hospital expenses
    • Sees wellness and sick appointments, performs physical examinations, and conducts diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures
    • Monitors DVM performance, production, and assures current licensure of all DVMs
    • Educated on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
    • Trains all medical staff, including the mentoring of new graduates
    • Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records/logs
    • Increase hospital's community involvement through partnering with community leaders and engaging with local support groups to support pet care needs.
    • Participates in recruiting and interviewing DVMs and general staff members
    • Maintains and improves medical standards, quality of care, hospital compliance, and AAHA accreditation
    • The Managing Veterinarian partners with the Hospital Manager in the development and delivery of staff training programs, employee hiring/termination, resolving staff concerns, driving community involvement, participating in technician appraisal and counseling sessions, and promoting growth and innovation of the practice. The MDVM also prepares an annual planning matrix, operating budget, and capital budget with support from the hospital team and Divisional Leadership.
    *Relocation benefits are offered at NVA GP's discretion and are available only for approved Managing Veterinarian roles within the following states: OH, WV, PA, MD, NJ, NY, MA, RI, CT, VT, NH, ME. Eligibility is dependent on distance moved, business need, and final approval from Talent Acquisition. Payment amounts and criteria may vary by role and are subject to change at any time.
    Relocation benefits are not available for local moves (e.g., short-distance moves within the same metro area). NVA GP reserves the right to determine whether a move qualifies as "relocation" based on mileage thresholds, candidate address, and business rationale.


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    Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency (NVS) is a veterinary specialty and emergency hospital group with two locations in Nashville and Clarksville, Tennessee. Our Mission and primary focus is to honor the human-animal bond in all we do, focusing on patient care, client experience, and the health of our team. We believe we can never stop improving and strive to improve in all we do. Not only do we focus on patient care, but core to our hospital culture is also a focus on the health of our team, our community, and the environment. We are committed to sustainable environmental practices. NVS works in partnership with National Veterinary Associates-Compassion-First (NVA C-F). NVA-CF is the largest private owner of freestanding veterinary hospitals in North America with over 1400 locations worldwide.

    Headquarters location

    Agoura Hills, CA, US

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