Lead Veterinarian - Encino
About The Position
Modern Animal is building the next generation of general practice veterinary care with a technology-forward approach and a deep commitment to its people. They aim to balance the needs of practitioners with those of pet owners and their animals. Veterinarians at Modern Animal are provided with the necessary tools, structure, and support to practice high-quality medicine while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The company offers warm, modern clinic environments, a 24/7 virtual care team for patient support, and a dedicated in-clinic support team. Structured schedules ensure single-flow shifts (exam, urgent, or procedure) for adequate rest. Modern Animal supports professional growth through mentorship programs, CE support, and clear career paths. They are a growth-oriented organization committed to continuous improvement and offer thoughtful, customizable onboarding and training. An in-house technology platform is utilized to minimize administrative tasks and simplify record-keeping. The company fosters a vibrant, supportive, blame-free culture focused on improving veterinary medicine.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary school or completed requirements to practice in the United States
- Active license to practice veterinary medicine in California required at the start of employment
- License must be in good standing with no malpractice or disciplinary actions
Nice To Haves
- Prefer at least 1 year of experience managing & leading teams of Veterinarians
- 5+ years of experience as a Veterinarian
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of veterinarians by modeling excellent medical practice
- Mentor associate doctors regarding the improvement of individual performance with respect to client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and efficiency
- Empower the care team to deliver an unparalleled client experience
- Collaborate with the clinic manager to drive the clinic’s overall performance as it relates to medical quality, member experience, and employee engagement while fostering an environment of continuous learning and development
- Embody and encourage the Modern Animal culture of self-compassion and a blame- and judgment-free work environment
- Lead and participate in initiatives that support the well-being of the clinical team by making the veterinary profession both joyful and sustainable
Benefits
- Guaranteed salaries
- Sign-on bonus
- Equity in Modern Animal
- No non-competes
- Annual CE allowance and paid CE days
- Paid time off
- Paid sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
- Stellar benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401K with a company match
- Access to Spring Health for behavioral and mental health support
- Free membership to Modern Animal and discount services for your pets
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
