Clinical Medical Director (DVM) – Lafayette, CO

Desort; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ownership opportunities

Equity opportunities

Sign-on bonus

Medical insurance

Professional liability coverage

Licensing assistance

Continuing education support

Retirement plan with company match

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Desort in Lafayette, CO is seeking an experienced Medical Director (DVM) to provide high-quality urgent and general veterinary care while taking a leadership role within the practice. The role offers medical autonomy, mentorship opportunities, and a chance to help shape a positive and collaborative culture.

The successful candidate will lead and support staff, develop clinical workflows, maintain medical records, and contribute to the growth of the practice while upholding high standards of

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of 5 years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Current DEA license and USDA accreditation or ability to obtain.
• Strong clinical and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and team development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and urgent care services.
• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and communicate recommendations to clients.
• Lead and support veterinary and support staff.
• Promote a positive, collaborative practice culture.
• Mentor other veterinarians and contribute to clinical development.
• Help establish and maintain effective clinical workflows.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with applicable veterinary standards.
• Support the continued growth and development of the practice.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentorship

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Medical Director (DVM) – Lafayette, CO

A veterinary practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to provide high-quality urgent and general veterinary care while taking a leadership role within the practice. The position offers medical autonomy, opportunities to mentor other veterinarians, and the ability to help shape a positive and collaborative practice culture

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and urgent care services.
• Evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and communicate recommendations to clients.
• Lead and support veterinary and support staff.
• Promote a positive, collaborative practice culture.
• Mentor other veterinarians and contribute to clinical development.
• Help establish and maintain effective clinical workflows.
• Maintain accurate medical records and comply with applicable veterinary standards.
• Support the continued growth and development of the practice.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of 5 years of veterinary experience preferred.
• Current DEA license and USDA accreditation or ability to obtain.
• Strong clinical and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and team development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance and sign-on bonus opportunities.
• Ownership and equity opportunities.
• Medical and other insurance benefits.
• Professional liability coverage.
• Licensing, DEA, and professional fee assistance.
• Continuing education support.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Student loan and relocation assistance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Parental leave.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.