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PetVet Care Centers

Operates a network of veterinary hospitals.

Veterinarian Medical Director

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGillette, WY, USA$135k - $145kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A DVM or VMD degree from an accredited college or university is required.
  • A current state veterinary license is required.
  • DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
  • Three to five or more years of experience in a veterinary practice is required.
  • Strong diagnostic and clinical skills are required.
  • Excellent surgical and dental skills are required.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
  • The role requires effective communication with medical and hospital staff and the ability to elicit information, establish rapport, and explain matters to pet owners.
  • The role requires the ability to reassure pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
  • The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and periodically perform moderately physically demanding work, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain high-quality progressive veterinary care by overseeing medical standards and quality of care, setting medical policies, and coordinating services as one team.
  • Recommend hospital inventory additions with appropriate leadership team members, budget for new equipment, and provide cost estimates and return-on-investment assessments.
  • See patients and perform clinical work.
  • Ensure positive client communication and communication among doctors, including proper transfer of patient-care responsibilities.
  • Review patient records for completeness and accuracy and use them to promote medical excellence.
  • Manage controlled drugs appropriately and review and approve requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies.
  • Conduct regular doctor meetings.
  • Handle patient-care problems, client complaints, and referral-partner issues; manage veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommend resolutions.
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards.
  • Monitor DVM performance and production, provide coaching when appropriate, and mentor and serve as a role model for staff veterinarians.
  • Lead interviews of potential DVM candidates.
  • Identify new service opportunities for the hospital.
  • Own responsibility for practice revenue and success by monitoring key performance indicators and working with the Hospital Manager on adjustments to achieve positive results.
  • Identify and plan for operational challenges and possible temporary solutions, including locum coverage.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Desired Qualifications

  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are preferred.
  • Excellent time-management and delegation abilities are preferred.
  • Sound judgment and exemplary decision-making skills are preferred.
  • Professionalism and courtesy in interactions with others are preferred.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills are preferred.

About the Company

PetVet Care Centers

Operates a network of veterinary hospitals.

PetVet Care Centers builds a nationwide network of veterinary hospitals by acquiring independent practices and integrating them under a shared system. It offers general and specialized pet care, including routine check-ups, surgeries, and emergency services, along with grooming and boarding. The company preserves each practice's local identity and client relationships while gaining centralized resources and standardized protocols for efficiency. Its goal is to provide high-quality, compassionate pet care across the United States through scalable, networked veterinary services.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$675M
Headquarters
Westport, CT
Founded
2012

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