Lead Veterinarian

Southern Veterinary Partners; California, Carlsbad (MO, CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative veterinary practice is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to join their team in a beautiful California location. This role emphasizes high-quality patient care, client education, and teamwork, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in veterinary medicine, with a commitment to excellence and compassion for animals. Enjoy a supportive environment where you can thrive, along with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of pets and their families, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Off

Maternity Leave

401k Matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Professional Liability Coverage

Access to Free In-House CE

Mentorship and Coaching

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinarian required.
• DVM degree and licensure in good standing necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and develop rapport with clients.
• Monitor associate doctor performance and manage patient care.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgery

Client Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Coastal Animal Hospital is hiring at our Carlsbad location! Located just north of San Diego, we are in a beautiful location with access to all that California has to offer.

Our hospital philosophy is that we use science to improve the lives of animals, while placing value on quality of life and quality of medicine. We invest in our core values and team culture. We seek to take the latest science, apply it in our daily practice, and spend time to educate owners on how to keep their pets healthy and treat their sick animals. We have 30 to 60-minute appointments, so we can take the time we need with our clients. We proudly teach our associates to perform laparoscopic spays. We have published two papers in JAVMA from our practice and have more in the pipeline. We hold monthly Journal Club doctor rounds so that we’re always learning together. We also have a 501c3 non-profit organization that is there for families and sick animals that need help when times are tough.

Coastal Animal Hospital is the practice that we envision the future of veterinary medicine will look like. Come help us build that vision!

The Veterinarian is responsible for providing high quality care to our patients while also developing rapport with their owners. In addition to physical examinations, surgeries, and dentistry, client communication and client education are of the utmost importance. It’s important that SVP Veterinarians treat each pet and client like part of the family. The pay range is $120,000 - $180,000/year, plus an additional production percentage.

Description

• Responsible for the ongoing evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as the delivery of patient care.
• Responsible for monitoring associate doctor performance and production.
• In conjunction with hospital manager, helps drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
• Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
• Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
• Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
• Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
• Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in which the applicant is applying
• 3+ years of leadership/management experience, preferred
• 3+ years of experience as a veterinarian, required
• Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
• Have the ability to lead the team through a variety of cases
• Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
• Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputation with clients
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Must be proficient in surgery

Your Benefits

• Veterinarians always earn their base salary and never owe any money at the end of the year.
• Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
• Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
• Maternity Leave
• 401k (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%.)
• High Producer Bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
• Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
• Professional Liability Coverage
• TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
• Access to Free In-House Continued Education (CE)
• Growth tracks for leadership development
• Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians

Apply today - we'd love to meet you!