Managing Veterinarian - MA - Wellesley - New Practice Opening April 2027

Small Door Veterinary•Wellesley, MA

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About The Position

Small Door is hiring a Managing Veterinarian for its new Wellesley, Massachusetts practice, scheduled to open in April 2027. Small Door provides membership-based veterinary care, including routine, primary, and urgent care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern, thoughtfully designed clinics. The Managing Veterinarian will help shape the organization’s growth and advance its mission to transform veterinary care. The role combines clinical practice with team leadership and practice oversight. The Managing Veterinarian will diagnose and treat pets, counsel clients, manage and develop a team of doctors, and support recruiting and retention. They will coordinate with operations, nursing leadership, the Practice Manager, and regional medical leadership to provide accessible, high-quality care and a positive experience for members and staff. The role also includes monitoring financial performance, managing controlled substances and practice supplies, and ensuring compliance with medical protocols and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent.
Active state and DEA licenses.
At least 5 years of experience in the field.
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong communication skills.
Commitment to the highest standard of medicine and adherence to the veterinary code of ethics.
Experience managing a team and interest in mentoring veterinarians.
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to inspire a team, drive performance, and lead change with vision and resilience.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries, and counsel clients on pet care.
Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of 1–5 doctors, supporting engagement and professional growth.
Partner with the Regional Medical Director and Talent team to recruit, onboard, and retain veterinary talent.
Collaborate with Operations on doctor scheduling to ensure clinical coverage.
Uphold Small Door’s culture and values with the practice team and members.
Serve as the clinical point of contact for escalated medical questions or concerns.
Ensure service accessibility, including surgery slots and doctor coverage, aligns with member needs.
Uphold hospitality standards in all client interactions.
Oversee doctors’ clinical skills and performance metrics, including client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and production.
Lead regular check-ins with doctors to understand challenges and support professional development.
Partner with the Practice Manager to foster collaboration between the Member Experience and Medical teams.
Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to promote open communication, continuous learning, improvement, and excellence.
Monitor practice financial performance and work with leadership to achieve budget targets and revenue goals.
Manage controlled substances, review orders of drugs and supplies, and ensure DEA standards are met.
Ensure compliance with medical protocols for surgery, dental care, and diagnostics, as well as regulatory requirements including DEA and OSHA.

Benefits

Competitive salary of $195,000–$215,000.
Potential performance bonus of 15–20%, with total compensation of $230,000+ based on performance.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Four weeks of paid time off.
12 weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Four company holidays.
Commuter benefits.
Monthly health and wellness stipend.
License renewal and liability insurance fees covered.
AtDove membership dues covered.
VIN and Plumbs Pro subscriptions covered.
Discounted veterinary care for employees’ pets.
No non-compete agreements for doctors.
Upward mobility and growth opportunities.
Collaborative team and the opportunity to make an impact.