What are the responsibilities and job description for the Managing Veterinarian position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
Managing DVM | No On-Call | Leadership Growth Bonus Potential
Looking for your next step into leadership—or ready to lead without the burnout?
Nickerson Animal Health Center is hiring a Managing Veterinarian who enjoys surgery, dentistry, and team leadership—with the support and flexibility to succeed.
What Makes This Role Different
• No ER or on-call
• Flexible leadership path — step in now or grow into the role
• Generous bonus opportunities (sign-on, retention, leadership)
• Relocation support joint ownership potential
• Established, loyal client base with strong community roots
About the Practice
• AAHA-accredited, established in 1878
• Recently updated treatment and surgical spaces
• Digital radiology dental radiology
• In-house Idexx lab ultrasound
• Dedicated surgery and dental suites
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
Who You Are
• Comfortable with routine surgery and dentistry
• Interested in leading or growing into leadership
• Team-oriented and values strong client relationships
• Motivated to influence medical quality and team culture
Benefits
• Competitive PTO health insurance
• 401(k) with match
• CE allowance leadership development
• Short/long-term disability
• Pet care uniform allowance
• Leadership Development Opportunities for mentorship, financial training, and growth into practice ownership
• State licensure and DEA fees reimbursed
• Relocation Support
• Retention Bonuses
• Regular Production Bonuses Leadership Bonus
Location Perks – Benton Harbor, MI
Live near Lake Michigan with access to beaches, wineries, breweries, and outdoor recreation—plus easy trips to Chicago or Grand Rapids. Located only 2 hours from our DVM training facility: PetOne!