Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus, ManagingVeterinarian-Bocage Animal Hospital
About The Position
Bocage Animal Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA is a full-service companion animal hospital committed to providing high-quality and compassionate veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young and healthy pets, early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages, and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime. Bocage Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced, confident, and compassionate Managing DVM to lead our dedicated team, mentor clinicians and staff, and guide the next chapter of our well-loved practice. This role blends medical leadership with hands-on mentorship to support clinical growth, consistency in care, and team development. Our practice has a loyal and expanding client base, an experienced support team, and a clear vision for growth. This role fits a veterinarian who values coaching others, building accountability, and strengthening clinical skills across the team.
Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Nice To Haves
- Has a passion for leading teams and elevating standards of care
- Has a passion for urgent care
- Thrives in a collaborative, hands-on environment
- Enjoys building strong, trusting client relationships
- Is excited to guide the growth and development of the practice
- Leads with integrity, communication, and compassion
Responsibilities
- Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
- Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
- Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
- Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
- Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
- Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus up to $30,000
- Competitive base salary + production
- Base Comp + 20%Prosal+Managing DVM Monthly Stipend+Potential to Earn EBITDA Bonus!
- Full benefits package
- Continuing education & leadership training
- Autonomy to make meaningful, lasting change in the practice
- Unlimited personal time
- Bonus incentives
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
- CE and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Managing career path development
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM Referral Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Relocation assistance available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
