Mixed Animal Medical Director Veterinarian
About The Position
Elk Park Animal Hospital is a longstanding, busy mixed-animal practice with more than 3,700 square feet of indoor space and three exam rooms. The clinic provides essential services five days a week, along with on-call and mobile assistance for large animals and emergencies. Services include digital radiology, cold laser therapy, orthopedic surgery, dentistry, advanced diagnostics, a pharmacy, Chinese medicine, acupuncture, physical therapy, and herbal medicine. The average daily patient volume is 12, the support staff ratio is 3:1, and the case mix is primarily small animal, including wellness, surgery, and dentistry. The Medical Director Veterinarian will provide patient care and surgery while contributing clinic leadership and/or mentorship. The practice emphasizes medical autonomy supported by its medical systems, skilled technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and leadership. The employer offers development, mentorship, and career-pathing opportunities, along with compensation and benefits for full-time employees.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
- Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
- Strong communication and client-education skills.
- Experience with clinic leadership and/or mentorship to take on the Medical Director role.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate patient care and build long-term client relationships.
- Practice medicine and surgery with the support of the clinic’s medical systems and team.
- Contribute clinic leadership and/or mentorship in the Medical Director role.
- Communicate with clients and educate them about care.
- Collaborate with teammates in a positive, supportive culture.
Benefits
- Base salary of $150,000–$175,000+ with quarterly production bonus.
- $30,000+ sign-on bonus.
- DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) cash program with annual bonuses based on production.
- No negative accrual.
- Transparent production metrics and operational support.
- Generous continuing education allowance and paid licenses and professional dues.
- Referral bonus program.
- Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
- Mentorship programs and tailored development and career-pathing programs.
- Relocation assistance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
