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Lead Veterinarian

Westfield Veterinary Group - Union
Union, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

Westfield Veterinary Group - Union – Where Pets, People, and Purpose Come Together

Union, New Jersey
Lead Doctor

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At Westfield Veterinary Group, excellence and innovation are at the core of everything we do. What began as a single-doctor practice has grown into a dynamic, multi-location team of over 60 dedicated professionals. We’re currently seeking an Lead Veterinarian to join our expanding team. In 2018, we elevated our emergency services by opening a state-of-the-art facility in Union, allowing us to further strengthen our primary care offerings and continue delivering exceptional care to the pets and families we serve.

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Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Comprehensive Services: Our Union facility offers urgent and critical care, hospitalized care (including ICU and isolation), specialty referral consultations, exotic pet appointments, wellness and preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and compassionate end-of-life services.
  • AAHA-Accredited: We’re proud to be an AAHA-accredited hospital, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards in veterinary medicine.
  • State-of-the-Art Facility: Our hospital is fully equipped with next-generation technology and an on-site laboratory, allowing for timely diagnostics and advanced general care.
  • Advanced Patient Care: From urgent needs to specialized procedures, we’re equipped to provide comprehensive, high-quality care to every patient who walks through our doors.

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Life in Union, NJ


Union, New Jersey offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and urban convenience. Located just 30 minutes from New York City, it provides easy access to big-city amenities while maintaining a strong sense of community. Union boasts excellent schools, diverse dining options, beautiful parks, and a vibrant downtown. With cultural attractions, shopping, and year-round local events, it’s a dynamic place to call home—whether you're starting your career or looking to settle down.

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Westfield Veterinary Group - Union is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people—starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.

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Westfield Veterinary Group - Union CVP Difference

  • Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
  • Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600 doctors across 148 hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
  • Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
  • Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
  • Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.

And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

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Other Benefits of our Community

  • Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
  • No Negative Accrual EVER.
  • Generous PTO Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
  • Yearly CE Funds Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
  • We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
  • 401(k) Match Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
  • Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
  • Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)


Our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine — offering true unlimited earning potential.

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Sound like your kind of place?
Let’s talk. You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150 clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!

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Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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