Managing Clinic Veterinarian

Come work for Animal Humane Society as a Managing Clinic Veterinarian where caring for animals isn’t just a job – it’s our passion. We are on a mission to compassionately and responsibly create a more humane world for animals and their people.

Job Summary : The Managing Clinic Veterinarian is responsible for supervising the Clinic Veterinarians and providing professional recommendations, medical treatment and surgical procedures for external customer animals.

Pay: Ranges from $130,000 - $150,000 annually

Why work as a Veterinarian at AHS? 

Our Clinic Veterinarians have the opportunity to help pets can get the care they need, regardless of economic circumstances. Our Pet Clinics are community clinics committed to providing high quality veterinary services open to everyone with affordable standard fees and additional discounts based on income. Knowing that we're making a real difference in our community feels amazing. We're all about teamwork here, whether it's brainstorming treatment plans or collaborating on a difficult case. The fulfillment we get from knowing we've helped a pet or eased a worried owner's mind is what makes this important job so special. Not only that, but as a Veterinarian at AHS, y ou would have work life balance .

Here's our approach: 

• We believe that every pet deserves access to exceptional care, regardless of economic circumstances. 

• We practice relationship-focused care with our clients communicating in a non-judgmental and empathetic manner.

• We use a spectrum of care approach to provide high-quality medical care.

• We have a highly supportive, collaborative, and deeply committed group of professionals. 

Here's what our full-service general practices clinics offer: 

• Medical and preventative care, general surgery, dentistry, and high quality/high-volume spay-neuter services to pets in the community.

• Affordable standard fees and additional discounts based on income. 

• Well-equipped clinic with in-house laboratory capabilities, x-rays, dental x-rays, and ultrasounds. 

• We offer opportunities for professional development and growth on all levels.

• A great team of veterinary professional support staff including a role dedicated to training. 

Benefits: 

• Health, Dental, Vision insurance + Paid Time Off
• 9 paid holidays + 4 floating holidays per full calendar year
• 401k with a 4% company match
• Additional benefits such as a CE budget and CE comp time

Schedule: Full-time; Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Location:  Golden Valley (primary) and St. Paul, MN

Application requirements:  Please upload cover letter and current resume

Interview process: Step 1 - phone screen;  Step 2 - virtual interview via Microsoft Teams;  Step 3 - onsite working/shadow interview

Essential Functions:

Veterinary Care:

• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, vaccinations and routine medical procedures on customer animals, adhering to AHS protocols and policies.
• Perform High Quality, High Volume Spay-Neuter (HQHVSN), general surgeries, and dental procedures.
• Collaborate with customers to develop accessible plans to diagnose and treat medical conditions, preventative care and provide recommendations for follow up care.
• Understand and interpret animal body language.
• Educate customers on available preventive care and treatment options using non-judgmental communication and a spectrum of care approach.
• Collaborate with veterinary team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care of customer animals.

Leadership:

• Provide supervision, coaching, and development to direct reports as noted on the organizational chart, acknowledging accomplishments and providing regular feedback.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with direct reports to ensure team members have the resources and support to be successful.
• Address and resolve any issues or conflicts within the team.
• Review and approve timecards and requested time off within payroll deadlines, working closely with employees to resolve discrepancies.
• Manage budgets and complete revenue/expense reports as required by Finance.

Communication and Culture:

• Communicate in a positive and professional manner to ensure that information is received and understood as intended.
• Promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion to make AHS a welcoming environment for all.

Record Keeping:

• Update and maintain animal records in the clinic management software, meeting all requirements of the Practice Act when treating customer animals.
• Ensure all controlled substances are recorded and used in accordance with DEA regulations.

Technology:

• Monitor AHS email and other messaging software. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience:

• Valid license to practice veterinary medicine in Minnesota required.
• 5+ years of veterinary medicine experience in a high-volume clinic or shelter setting required.
• Leadership experience required.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and process management skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with computers, specifically a working knowledge of Microsoft products.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and handle animals and other items up to 50 lbs. unassisted. For animals and other items over 50 lbs., assistance from another team member is required.

Emotional Demands:

• Must be comfortable with the emotional aspect of work in the veterinary field and be emotionally resilient.
• Must be comfortable handling a variety of animals with a wide range of behavioral and medical needs, including the use of humane euthanasia.

Transportation:

• Reliable transportation required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

About AHS

Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help thousands of animals in need across Minnesota. 

As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere. 

Why Work Here

• Make a difference in the lives of animals and people
• Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do
• Work-life balance
• Unique animal adoption benefits and discounts on veterinary care, and pet supplies 
• Health insurance coverage for full time staff includes the following: medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care, voluntary accident insurance, and employee ­paid supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment and long term disability insurance.
• Employer paid benefits for full time staff includes the following: basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability
• Support for student loans: we are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer 
• Mental Health and Counseling Support: all employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year
• 401k with 4% company match for part-time and full-time staff
• Nine paid holidays for full-time staff
• Paid floating holidays for part-time and full-time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date)
• Paid Time Off for part time and full time staff (amount is based on hours worked and FTE status)
• Paid parent leave for full-time staff

  Our Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 

As an organization dedicated to making the world a more humane and compassionate place for animals, we know that people are at the heart of all that we do. Animal Humane Society’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to our mission and shapes our culture, our work, and the services we provide. 

At AHS we embrace and honor the inherent dignity and diverse experiences of our team members, volunteers, board members, partners, clients, and visitors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or income. Working together to instill equity and inclusivity within our organization will allow us to better serve the people and animals of Minnesota, and ultimately have a positive impact on animals in our care.