Medical Director Veterinarian

AmeriVet•Las Vegas, NV

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Animal Kindness, located in Las Vegas, NV is one of the top-rated veterinary clinics in the area. We offer services for both small animal and exotics, have a team of licensed techs and vet assistants who are knowledgeable and dedicated to the care of the patients, and we are closed on Sundays! This is one truly special clinic and team who are excited to add an additional veterinarian to the 4 doctor team. Clinic Snapshot Practice type: Small Animal General Practice: Dogs, Cats & Exotic; Reptiles, Small Mammals, Poultry, Ferrets Avg. daily patient volume: High technician support per doctor Support staff ratio: Strong technician and assistant support per doctor Case mix: preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, and soft tissue surgery Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, dental radiography, ultrasound, cold laser, surgical laser, surgical laser, and additional advanced clinical tools Team culture: Kind, collaborative, supportive, medically progressive, and free of internal competition or burnout scheduling

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice.
Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s).
Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required.
Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian.
Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.

Responsibilities

Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.
Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture in which: Patient care and safety always come first, Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas, The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences.
Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians, ensuring they: Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care, Demonstrate excellent client communication and education, Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records, Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products.
Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment.
Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.
Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.
Partner closely with the Practice Manager to: Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities, Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.
Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control.
Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team.
Plan and participate in hospital-wide meetings.
Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals.
Oversee the maintenance, and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance.
Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community.
Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent.
Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of: Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits, Controlled drug inventory, control and process, Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer.
Actively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital.
Amerivet Ambassador: Responsible for being an advocate and representative in support of our goals and values by attending events, regular calls etc. as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.

Benefits

$145,000 - $175,000 annual salary + production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
Relocation assistance and up to $20k sign-on bonus available!
401k retirement savings plan with company match
Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.