Job Description
Lead a high-performing Emergency Service in Cornelius, NC, with salary up to $235,000. This senior role blends hands-on emergency medicine with meaningful medical leadership in a thriving, 24/7 environment.
The Hospital This advanced, 24/7 emergency and specialty referral hospital is known for collaborative medicine and a supportive, team-first culture. A strong group of emergency veterinarians works alongside on-site board-certified specialists, including surgery, with a dedicated exotics service. A large, skilled technician and assistant team delivers round-the-clock support, enabling doctors to focus on excellent patient care and client communication. Medical leaders here value clinical autonomy, accountability, and continuous improvement, and offer a mentorship program for doctors who enjoy coaching and being coached. The incoming leader will have the opportunity to shape protocols, guide growth, and elevate an already well-regarded service.
Location Set on the shores of Lake Norman, Cornelius offers lakeside living with quick access to big-city amenities. Evenings and weekends can be spent on the water, in expansive parks, or exploring a lively dining and brewery scene, all within a welcoming, family-oriented community about 30 minutes from Uptown Charlotte.
- Lake access and large waterfront parks, including popular Jetton Park with trails, picnic areas, courts, and a beach area
- Approximately a 20-30 mile drive to Uptown Charlotte for professional sports, concerts, museums, and major employers
- Strong local demographics with stable neighborhoods and above-average household incomes
- Growing arts and cultural offerings, including a modern community arts center and performance venue
- Lively waterfront restaurants, craft breweries, festivals, and regular community events
- Easy access to regional travel via Charlotte-area airports and highways
- Abundant outdoor recreation on Lake Norman, plus nearby trails and greenways
Benefits - Up to $100,000 in combined signing, retention, and relocation incentives
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
- Reimbursement for state license, DEA, and professional dues
- Employee pet care discounts
- Wellbeing resources, including a mindfulness app and a 24/7 employee assistance program
- Employee hardship relief fund
- Leadership stipend and production incentives
- Flexible scheduling within a 24/7 service and generous paid time off
The Role - Lead the Emergency Service while maintaining a clinical caseload
- Mentor, coach, and develop emergency veterinarians; oversee onboarding and ongoing training
- Set and uphold medical standards, clinical protocols, and quality benchmarks
- Champion case reviews, medical rounds, and continuous quality improvement
- Partner with hospital leadership on scheduling, recruitment, retention, and engagement
- Foster cross-service collaboration with specialty and exotics teams
- Guide complex client communications and coach clinicians through challenging conversations
- Ensure accurate medical records, controlled drug management, and regulatory compliance
- Recommend budgets and priorities for medical equipment and supplies
- Conduct regular doctor meetings and help maintain a positive, accountable culture
Requirements - DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
- License to practice in North Carolina (or ability to obtain)
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Minimum three years of emergency medicine experience preferred
- Prior leadership and mentorship experience strongly preferred
- Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Eligibility to work in the United States
Apply If leading a respected Emergency Service while practicing outstanding medicine in a lakeside community sounds like the right next step, click apply and one of our team will be in touch shortly.
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Local area, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Weekend work, Afternoon shift