Veterinarian - Managing/Lead

Medical Lead Veterinarian

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. 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. 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.

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.

An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.

Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).

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.

A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.

Financial Health: 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.

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.

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. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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