Veterinarian

About the role

Are you ready to become part of something special? We're not just looking for another veterinarian-we're seeking a passionate animal care professional who wants to thrive in a supportive environment where your weekends are sacred and your professional growth is unlimited.

What Makes Us Different? At Lakewood Animal Hospital, we believe in creating the perfect work-life balance. With NO weekends, NO emergency calls, and NO burnout culture, we provide exceptional patient care while ensuring our team has time to recharge and enjoy life. We're not about grinding through endless hours-we're about sustainable, fulfilling veterinary practice that lets you be your best self both in and out of the clinic.

Salary

$160,000 base + production, with total earning potential of $250,000

Sign on Bonus: Up to $60K Sign-On Bonus Available!

Location: 36097 Goodwin Dr, Locust Grove, VA 22508

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm (NO weekends or after-hours calls!)

• True work-life balance that's protected. We handle urgent care during business hours but refer emergencies out, so your evenings and weekends belong to YOU. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time, we'll create a schedule that fits your life.
• Real support when you need it. Our close-knit 3-doctor team works seamlessly together, supporting each other and genuinely caring about our patients. You'll never feel like you're navigating challenges alone.
• Benefits that actually matter-comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement packages, plus generous PTO, pet discounts, Employee Assistance Program, and we cover your dues, license fees, and AVMA-PLIT. Take a breath knowing you're truly taken care of.
• Room to grow your passion. We provide extensive continuing education support, VIN membership, regular in-house DVM rounds, and mentorship opportunities. Perfect for experienced doctors ready to excel OR new graduates seeking guidance.
• Partnership opportunities for the right candidate. We believe in investing in our team members and offer pathways to ownership for those who want to build their future with us.

What We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Valid veterinary license in the state of Virginia
• DEA license
• Most importantly: We're looking for a veterinarian who values work-life balance, wants to be part of a supportive team, and is excited about practicing high-quality medicine in a stress-free environment.

Location Perks

• Locust Grove offers peaceful lake communities with easy access to Blue Ridge Mountains, historical sites, great local breweries, and proximity to D.C., Richmond, and East Coast beaches!
• Ready to reclaim your veterinary career AND your personal life? We can't wait to meet someone who's as excited about sustainable, excellent veterinary practice as we are!
• We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.