Duluth Medical Chief of Staff

Community Cat Clinic Duluth; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

401(k) match

CE reimbursement

Dues reimbursement

Job summary

Community Cat Clinic in Duluth, Georgia is seeking a Medical Chief of Staff to lead our feline-focused medical team. This role blends clinical practice with leadership, mentoring doctors, and building a hospital where high-quality feline care is accessible to more families.

You will set medical standards, guide treatment decisions, supervise staff, and collaborate on budgets and operations with the practice manager.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree and a Georgia veterinary license in good standing by start of employment.
• DEA permit and PLIT professional liability coverage.
• Ability to collaborate with leadership on budgets, profit & loss, and personnel management.
• Three or more years managing multiple veterinarians preferred.
• Experience in high-quality feline medicine is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate feline medical and surgical care using low-stress handling.
• Establish medical protocols, oversee adherence, and support timely, consistent patient care across the veterinary team.
• Coach veterinarians and support staff, assist with performance reviews and improvement plans, and coordinate clinical training goals.
• Promote complete medical records, clear discharge instructions, and timely communication with referring veterinarians; partner with the practice manager on record and invoicing audits.
• Work with the practice manager on doctor coverage, staffing needs, and schedule improvements that support patient care and help prevent team burnout.
• Oversee controlled-drug monitoring and DEA compliance with the practice manager, including discrepancy audits and follow-up.
• Support financial sustainability through accurate treatment plans, adherence to the fee schedule, review of doctor production reports, and participation in revenue and budget discussions.
• Address client concerns with management, use feedback to improve care and communication, and support the clinic’s Feline Friendly certification requirements.

Skills

Mentoring veterinarians

Leadership

Clinical practice

Team development

Communication skills

DEA compliance

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Georgia veterinary license

DEA permit

PLIT liability coverage

Tools

Cuattro digital radiography

Ultrasound

Dental radiography

Endoscopy

Snyder ICU cages

Nitrogen-powered dentistry equipment

Job description

Medical Chief of Staff

Community Cat Clinic | Feline-only medicine | Duluth, Georgia

Community Cat Clinic is seeking a Medical Chief of Staff to lead our Duluth medical team. This is an opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys clinical practice, developing other doctors, and building a hospital where high-quality feline care is accessible to more families.

We are independently owned, with feline-only clinics in Duluth and Woodstock, Georgia. Our mission is to expand access to veterinary care through affordable pricing, spectrum-of-care options, payment plans, and charitable assistance whenever possible. We serve feline families, feral cat caregivers, rescues, and community partners.

Lead medicine with a clear purpose

As Medical Chief of Staff in Duluth, you will guide medical standards, support sound clinical decisions, and help veterinarians communicate treatment options that reflect both patient needs and client circumstances. Our goal is to avoid economic euthanasia whenever possible and help cats stay with the people who love them.

You will be a key member of the management team, partnering with the practice manager and leadership on patient care, staffing, workflow, and the long-term health of the hospital. We value servant leadership, unity, and initiative: listening to the team, addressing problems constructively, and following through on improvements.

Develop doctors and support the team

Mentoring associate veterinarians and helping the hospital team grow are central to this role. You will identify learning needs, coordinate training with management and department supervisors, and provide clear, useful feedback. You will help create a culture where doctors and support staff can ask questions, collaborate on cases, and take pride in their work.

Our busy access-to-care model depends on skilled technicians and assistants. Veterinarians seeing appointments are typically supported by 4 to 5 veterinary technicians and assistants, allowing doctors to focus on medical decisions, examinations, treatment planning, and client communication. You will help the team use those skills effectively while maintaining patient care standards.

Your clinical and leadership responsibilities

Provide compassionate feline medical and surgical care using low-stress handling and practical spectrum-of-care treatment options.

Establish medical protocols, oversee adherence, and support timely, consistent patient care across the veterinary team.

Coach veterinarians and support staff, assist with performance reviews and improvement plans, and coordinate clinical training goals.

Promote complete medical records, clear discharge instructions, and timely communication with referring veterinarians; partner with the practice manager on record and invoicing audits.

Work with the practice manager on doctor coverage, staffing needs, and schedule improvements that support patient care and help prevent team burnout.

Oversee controlled-drug monitoring and DEA compliance with the practice manager, including discrepancy audits and follow-up.

Support financial sustainability through accurate treatment plans, adherence to the fee schedule, review of doctor production reports, and participation in revenue and budget discussions.

Address client concerns with management, use feedback to improve care and communication, and support the clinic’s Feline Friendly certification requirements.

A practice equipped for feline care

Our newer clinics were designed with feline patients, efficient workflow, and quality care in mind. Equipment includes Cuattro digital radiography, dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, Snyder ICU cages, heated hospital cages, heated and adjustable surgery tables, and nitrogen-powered dentistry equipment.

Explore our clinic tour at https://www.youtube.com/@communitycatclinic.

Benefits and professional support

Independent ownership and a well-trained, mission-driven support team.

3 weeks of paid time off, plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s, and 6 paid holidays.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus a 401(k) with employer match.

4 paid continuing education days annually and up to $2,000 in CE expense reimbursement.

Reimbursement for professional dues and registrations, including PLIT or equivalent liability coverage, AVMA, GVMA, FVMA, and DEA registration, as applicable.

Relocation support available.

We make a serious effort to finish on time, get team members out as scheduled, and avoid unnecessary after-hours interruptions. The Chief of Staff helps make that possible through thoughtful staffing, efficient workflows, and support for the team.

Position and location

This is a full-time, salaried leadership position based at our Duluth, Georgia clinic. Compensation and the balance of clinical and leadership responsibilities will be discussed during the interview process.

Duluth is in Atlanta’s northern suburbs, with access to restaurants, sports, outdoor recreation, and the broader metro area, as well as North Georgia and Chattanooga.

Equal opportunity

Community Cat Clinic values diversity and inclusion and aims to reflect the community we serve at every level. We are committed to mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all applicants and teammates.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a veterinarian who earns trust through clinical judgment, active listening, and consistent follow-through. You should enjoy helping other doctors succeed and be comfortable balancing patient care, team development, and the practical needs of a busy hospital.

DVM or equivalent degree and a Georgia veterinary license in good standing by the start of employment.

DEA permit and PLIT professional liability coverage.

Ability to collaborate with leadership on budgets, profit and loss performance, personnel management, and team building.

Strong written and verbal communication, organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with the hospital and leadership team.

Commitment to feline medicine, access to care, and respectful conversations about medical options and costs.

Three or more years managing multiple veterinarians preferred. Experience in high-quality, high-volume spay and neuter surgery is also preferred.