Emergency Department Lead Veterinarian - Flexible Schedule

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus

Flexible schedule

No non-compete

Board study opportunity

CE allowance

Licensing coverage

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

Sugar Land Veterinary Specialty and Emergency (SLVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Doctor to lead our busy ER and serve as Department Head in our multi-disciplinary hospital. Join a dedicated team delivering high-level referral and emergency care in a 19,000-square-foot facility.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, mentorship, and collaborative leadership as we foster rounds, continuous skill growth, and a positive culture.

Qualifications

• DVM degree is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of emergency medicine experience.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients during scheduled clinical shifts
• Responsible for the Emergency doctor team schedule
• Oversee daily operations of the ER department in collaboration with hospital leadership
• Support, mentor and guide emergency clinicians and support staff
• Participate in monthly Department Head meetings and contribute to hospital-wide initiatives
• Assist in developing and implementing departmental protocols, workflows, and quality-of-care standards
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment

Skills

Emergency medicine

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Sugar Land Veterinary Specialty and Emergency (SLVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Doctor to lead our busy ER and serve as Department Head in our multi-disciplinary hospital. Join a dedicated team delivering high-level referral and emergency care in a 19,000-square-foot facility.

The role emphasizes clinical excellence, mentorship, and collaborative leadership as we foster rounds, continuous skill growth, and a positive culture.