Medical Lead Veterinarian

Joining Veterinary Urgent Care Center Worcester means becoming part of a medical mission focused on providing exceptional, high-acuity care when pets need it most. Our dedication to patient welfare and client satisfaction is deeply appreciated by the community, reflected in our excellent 4.9-star Google rating. We are actively seeking veterinary professionals ready to commit to excellence and become core members of our collaborative team. If you are passionate about the speed and complexity of urgent care medicine, this is the environment where you can truly do your best work.We understand that providing world-class medicine requires comprehensive support, which is why we structure your workday to enable success. As a dedicated member of our network, you gain immediate access to robust resources designed to help our teammates succeed and grow their careers. We prioritize continuous education and skill development, offering supportive programs to help you achieve long-term professional goals, whether that means earning your credentialed technician status, specializing in advanced urgent care techniques, or moving into a future leadership position. This infrastructure ensures you always have the educational bandwidth and peer consultation needed to advance your capabilities.The urgent care environment at our Worcester location is specifically calibrated for rapid diagnostics and intervention, offering a challenging yet highly rewarding medical setting. Our focus is purely on emergency and critical care, allowing you to quickly refine your expertise in complex cases. Though we are a localized center, our access to expertise is expansive; our veterinarians can readily consult with internal specialists across the network, ensuring every patient benefits from a deep collective knowledge base. We emphasize clear, evidence-based protocols, allowing our teammates to work confidently alongside dedicated professionals who share your high medical standards.Worcester, Massachusetts, stands as New England's second-largest city and offers a dynamic blend of history, education, and innovation. Situated centrally, Worcester provides an ideal lifestyle that balances urban amenities‚Äîincluding top universities, cultural institutions, and an emerging culinary scene‚Äîwith easy access to the beautiful natural landscapes of the region. Known affectionately as the Heart of the Commonwealth, this city provides an outstanding backdrop for medical professionals. When you join our urgent care team in Worcester, you are planting roots in a rapidly growing community that provides abundant professional stability and a high quality of life. Job Description Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth. Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention. Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals. Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations. Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment. Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events. What You'll Bring to the Team Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing. A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience. A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital. Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.). Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth-oriented culture. How You're Supported As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine. Generous Compensation A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual . Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave. Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance. Leadership & Clinical Growth Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship. Clinical Tracks Program Access over 50 hours of in-depth, RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology, facilitated by veterinary specialists. The Power of a Network Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests. Peace of Mind Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc. About Mission Pet Health Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com . Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re using NVDA, press NVDA key + space to enable focus mode to read the slider properly. 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