200k Your Way | Medical Director | Quail Ridge Animal Hospital

Overview

What would you do with $200,000?

Looking for a bigger bonus up front-or prefer a higher guaranteed base? The choice is yours.

CareVet is offering a guaranteed $200,000 in base salary and bonus combination in your first year with Quail Ridge Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, well-established hospital in Carson City, NV, where you'll be supported by a collaborative and skilled team and have the flexibility to shape your compensation in a way that works best for you. Our Medical Directors dedicate over 90% of their time to practicing medicine, allowing them to stay fully engaged in patient care while leading the team. In addition to our customizable compensation package this position offers paid family leave, a production bonus plan, student loan support, clinical support, work/life balance, access to our vacation plan, and "true" paid time off!


Position Overview

The Medical Director is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Medical Director is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered.


In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Medical Director is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of CareVet leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Medical Director are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment.


About the Hospital

Quail Ridge Animal Hospital is a well-established, community-trusted hospital that has been proudly serving the Carson City and surrounding areas for many years! We are committed to practicing high quality, progressive, individualized medical care for our patients and their families. We provide you with the tools to help your patients through industry-leading medical and diagnostic capabilities. We work with small animals and are one of the very few in the surrounding areas that works with exotics and pocket pets! Our facility features 5 exam rooms and a surgical suite, and is equipped with top-notch equipment including digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, cold laser and more! Our family-friendly environment also allows for work/life balance as we're open Monday through Friday with no after hours or emergency care!

Why You'll Love Life in Carson City, NV!

In the heart of the action, Carson City is nestled just minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, historic Virginia City, the Sierra Nevada mountains, and bustling Reno, offering the perfect balance small-town charm and easy access to world-class amenities and attractions! Carson City offers year-round recreation on the slopes and the water, museums, a thriving arts and culture scene, unique shopping and antiquing, Nevada-style gaming and dining, and abundant sunshine across four distinct seasons! With a lower cost of living compared to many Western metro areas, no state income tax, and convenient access to both Northern California and the Reno-Tahoe region, Carson City is an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying an exceptional lifestyle.

About the Team:

Work along a team that is friendly, team-oriented, and dedicated to an enjoyable work-life balance. Our team creates a professional work experience while helping our clients care for their beloved companions. Veterinary medicine is stressful, and we take our jobs seriously, but we try to have fun every day!


CareVet Offers You:

Pay Range: $120,000-$200,000 annually. Exact salary will be dependent on the position, location, and experience level.

• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Generous signing bonus, student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet's vacation properties
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet's on-staff licensed social worker
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet's Ultimate CarePackage!

Responsibilities

• Advancing Medical Care

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education.

• Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.

• Provides oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory.

• Establishes medical protocols.

• Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor.

• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories.

• Leading Staff and Practice

• Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, and when appropriate general staff members.

• Monitors Doctor performance and production.

• Develops and monitors hospital-specific client compliance protocols and procedures.

• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions.

• Ensures all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates.

• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure.

• Financial Responsibilities

• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses.

• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget.

• Monitors key financial reports

• Growing the Practice

• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement.

Qualifications

• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply

To learn more about positions available, please contact Kaitlyn Henderson at View phone number on click.appcast.io , or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io . Apply directly by clicking the button below!

About the Network

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.


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