HQHVSN Austin Clinic Director

Greater Good Charities•Austin, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

Greater Good Charities is a 501(c)(3) global nonprofit organization that works to help people, pets, and the planet by mobilizing in response to need and amplifying the good. To date, we have provided over $1B in aid, expertise, and funding in 121 countries in support of this mission. Position Summary: Greater Good Charities operates HQHVSN (High Quality, High Volume Spay/Neuter) clinics and is seeking a veterinarian to serve as Clinic Director of our established program in Austin, Texas. This position encompasses two primary areas of responsibility: developing and sustaining strong collaborative relationships with local partners in the Austin area, and leading the planning, coordination, and oversight of clinic operations. The Clinic Director plays a critical role in ensuring the successful planning and execution of MASH style HQHVSN clinics. This position is designed for an experienced Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), or equivalent, with the confidence and leadership skills to direct the on site medical operations of clinics with a goal of 1,000 sterilization surgeries over four days, supported by a team of approximately 20 to 5 skilled personnel. While the Clinic Director holds primary responsibility for day to day clinic leadership and medical decision making, this role is well supported and embedded within an established organizational framework. The Director will work collaboratively with GGC Veterinary Services leadership and experienced staff, who will provide ongoing support with clinic planning, staffing, budgeting, and implementation within our operating model.

Requirements

DVM or equivalent with current Texas state veterinary license and DEA license (or ability to obtain) in good standing.
Proficient in high quality, high volume spay/neuter techniques, with at least 3 years of experience in clinical or shelter practice.
Strong knowledge of high quality, high volume spay/neuter clinic operations and willingness to be trained and operate large scale clinics using existing GGC protocols.
Strong communication and decision making skills and able to engage volunteers, staff, and stakeholders in a positive and professional manner.
Flexibility and adaptability to manage multiple personnel, tasks and responsibilities in a dynamic clinic environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive approach to solving problems and addressing needs as they arise.
Must be based in Austin or able to travel to Austin on a regular (multiple times per week) basis for coordination and logistics even outside clinic periods. GGC will not provide relocation assistance or travel costs for this role.
Commitment to Greater Good Charities’ mission.

Responsibilities

Act as main point of contact for the Austin ground team partner, the local veterinary community, and any other local stakeholders pre, during and post clinic, including visitation and assessment of potential clinic sites.
Ensure clinics maintain high standards of safety, patient care, and efficiency.
Act as veterinarian of record, including maintaining legal medical records, receiving DEA orders and maintaining controlled substance logs using existing GGC software and logs.
Manage any post clinic surgical questions, inquiries and complications triaged through our GGC ER phone and telehealth company, utilizing existing support networks. Maintain relationships with local veterinary referral partners and collect associated receipts and records to report post op complications.
Maintain on site clinic high volume flow and make operational changes as needed to ensure smooth operations.
Recruit, or act as, on site emergency veterinarian always ensuring presence of ER personnel during clinic.
Foster a positive, professional, and welcoming environment for volunteers, staff, clients, and community partners.
With support and guidance from GGC staff, recruit a team of professional medical volunteers, including a combination of volunteers and contracted veterinarians, to create a HQHVSN team adequate to complete project goals. Access to GGC veterinary volunteer network will be provided.
Complete reference checks on all new professional volunteers and contract labor prior to offering a technical veterinary position.
Assign roles on site based on volunteer skills and clinic needs to create a successful and efficient veterinary team.
Work with the GGC Veterinary Services administration team to coordinate local travel, housing, meals and any local activities for traveling members of the medical team.