Medical Director

Medical Director OpportunityMedVet is seeking a part time or full time Medical Director to lead our team at our Campbell and Mountain View emergency and specialty hospitals in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area.MedVet is the nation's premier veterinary-owned and led organization, where doctors have the support of veterinary leadership committed to medical excellence and continuous resource improvement while enjoying ownership in the organization with our unique shareholder opportunities.What We Are Offering:Base salary starts at $200,000+, commensurate with experience and qualifications.Everything Starts with Our Caregivers:Our doctors are eligible to become shareholders, which is a rare opportunity to have ownership and share in the growth and success of MedVet & VEI hospitals across the country.We offer all the benefits you expect, plus a Generous Signing Bonus, Competitive Compensation, Shareholder Opportunity, Student Loan Repayment Program, and Paid Parental Leave.About Medical Directors at MedVet:We know that hospital leadership is pivotal to our success. We leverage a Dyad Model -- the hospital's Medical Director (MD) works collaboratively with the Hospital Director (HD) to lead the Healthcare Team. The MD, who reports to a Regional Medical Director, is the local Medical Services leader and oversees all specialty and emergency doctors. The MD promotes a culture that supports the development of engaged and empowered caregivers (employees) who deliver the MedVet Experience in a healthy and sustainable manner while living MedVet's core values of Teamwork, Leadership, and Compassion.The MD partners with their dyad HD to improve and sustain MedVet's focus on evaluating, planning, and implementing the delivery of best-in-class healthcare to MedVet patients in support of our mission: Leading Specialty Healthcare for Pets. Successful dyad leadership provides representation of all caregivers, fosters diversity of thought, and leverages the variable experience and skill of our Medical Services and Clinical Services Teams.Key Responsibilities Include:Foster a culture that supports continuous improvement and the development of engaged and empowered caregivers.In partnership with the Hospital Director (HD), serve as an overall leader for the hospital, directing both Emergency and Specialty services (Dyad Leadership).Lead and direct the Medical Services teams in the hospital, including doctor hiring, doctor onboarding, doctor development, and management of doctor performance issues, partnering with Clinical Services, HR, or other teams as needed. Continually evaluate hiring needs and opportunities for practice growth, working in partnership with the Medical Recruiting team.Responsible for managing overall department workflows and ensuring patient care is delivered efficiently, safely, and compassionately.Responsible for doctor scheduling, department meetings, and other doctor-facing communications.Works with the HD to ensure the Clinical Services team has the resources and tools to deliver high-quality patient, client, and referral partner experience.Works with the HD to manage overall hospital financial results, including inventory/supplies and other expenses.Work collaboratively with the HD, Regional Medical Director (RMD), and VP of Clinical Services and Finance to prepare and manage the Hospital and Capital budgets.Work with the RMD to lead the hospital's annual Operational Plan strategy and execution.Foster a culture supportive of Referral Partner outreach and CE activities to ensure strong and growing Referral Partner relationships. Ensure doctors are participating in the appropriate Referral Partner outreach and coach them on how to build Referral Partner relationships effectively so that they can grow their practice.Oversee patient care issues, Referral Partner concerns, and responses to client complaints, personally handling escalated client and Referral Partner issues. Interacts with regulatory boards as needed.Who You Are:Have demonstrated leadership with a strong track record of success during times of change, transformation, and rapid growth.Have at least 5-7 years of progressive growth and experience in a veterinary organization.Have the capability to effectively manage conflict in highly emotional situations with grace and maturity.Board-certified veterinary specialists, experienced ER veterinarians, veterinarians with military leadership, veterinarians with animal health leadership, or veterinarians with equivalent experience are ideal.Why MedVet Campbell and Mountain View? MedVet Campbell and Mountain View have an extremely experienced 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care department where our emergency doctors have the option to develop their skills in surgery and endoscopy. We also have a Cardiologist, Criticalist, Internist, Surgeon, mobile radiology service, and a highly collaborative relationship with MedVet specialists at our neighboring hospitals. The doctors, technicians, and team pride themselves on maintaining a highly collaborative and supportive environment in which to provide excellent care to our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. The hospital is staffed 24 hours a day with a highly trained ICU nursing team and is equipped with on-site digital radiology, ultrasound, and endoscopy.Why the Bay Area? This high-tech hub delivers rich cultural experiences, cosmopolitan cuisine, innovative museums and attractions, and an environment of cultural diversity and inclusion. With the beach and ocean to the West and the mountains to the East, you can spend the morning snowboarding and enjoy a sunset dinner overlooking the ocean in the same day. With more than 250 sunny days per year and a mild climate reminiscent of the Mediterranean, you'll have plenty of time to explore. Savor the sights and sounds of the vibrant downtown, shop the weekly Farmers' Market, catch a Sharks game, or enjoy the miles of trails at Los Gatos Creek Park. You're also just a short drive from all that San Francisco and Napa Valley have to offer.