Lead Veterinarian

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Southgate Animal Hospital

Reporting To: Chelsea DeWitt

Description

• We see Paws, Claws, and Everything in Between
• We have a collaborative team and are well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, cold/therapy laser, and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership 
• Assist Practice Manager with the staffing and scheduling to ensure goals are met 
• Grow relationships within the practice and the community 
• Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program 
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments 
• Oversee the medical care of all patients  
• Serve as the veterinarian of record for all required hospital permits and licenses 
• Partner with hospital leadership to ensure medical quality 

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
• Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Options  
• Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual 
• Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!  
• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance  
• Paid State Licensing Fees  
• Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues  
• Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) 
• Personalized & Surgical Mentorship  
• Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms  
• Flexible Compensation Package  
• Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match  
• 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually