Lead Veterinarian - Culpeper Animal Hospital

Looking to advance from an Associate to a Lead Position? Culpeper Animal Hospital is looking for a Lead Veterinarian. Culpeper, VA | Full-Time | No Negative Accrual | Big Hearted Team

Are you an experienced veterinarian looking to plant roots in a supportive, well-established practice where your skills and voice are truly valued? Culpeper Animal Hospital is calling!

We're on the hunt for a compassionate, dedicated DVM to join our incredible team in beautiful Culpeper, Virginia—a town so charming it's been called the "Prettiest in the State."

Who We Are: We're a thriving, 3-doctor companion animal practice with deep ties to the community—many of our clients have trusted us for generations. At Culpeper Animal Hospital, you'll find:

Cutting-edge tools: in-house lab, digital radiology, surgical & dental suites, laser therapy, and more

A high tech-to-doctor ratio and a support staff with many members here for over 15 years

Services that go beyond basics: nutritional and behavioral counseling, customized treatment plans, and personalized care

A genuine commitment to work-life balance and team well-being

Why You'll Love It Here:Culpeper offers the perfect blend ofsmall-town warmth and easy access to NOVA and D.C. Whether you're into historic charm, hiking trails, local breweries, or just avoiding traffic—this is your place to thrive, both personally and professionally.

Your Schedule:

Full-time options: start at 3–4 days per week

Only 1–2 Saturdays a month — no Sundays or late nights!

Your Compensation & Perks:

Competitive base salary ($120,000 - 140,000) with true NO negative accrual – ever

Sign-on bonus

$2,500 CE allowance

Uniform allowance + paid license renewals & membership dues

AVMA PLIT insurance

Up to 5 weeks PTO

Generous employee pet discounts

401(k) with employer matching

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

HSA with company contributions

…and so much more!

Come see why our team sticks around—and why Culpeper might just be your new favorite place.

Let's chat!

Please contact Megan Cross, Talent Acquisition Partner, at megan.cross@lakefieldvet.com with any questions or to submit your resume.

Keywords: Veterinarian, Associate Veterinarian, Lead Veterinarian, DVM, VMD, Medical Director