Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Estero (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Options

Paid Continuing Education Days & Allowance

Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match

3 Weeks PTO and Paid Holidays

Paid AVMA and State Dues

PLIT liability insurance

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Estero is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to lead medical operations and foster a positive work environment. Candidates with leadership experience or aspirations for leadership are welcomed. Key responsibilities include managing staff, overseeing patient care, and engaging with the community. The role offers significant mentorship opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including a sign-on bonus and paid continuing education.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program).
• Active license to practice in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the clinical team and leadership.
• Assist with staffing and scheduling.
• Manage a varying caseload including surgeries.
• Oversee medical care of all patients.
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments.
• Oversee medical care of all patients.
• Serve as veterinarian of record for hospital permits and licenses.
• Partner with leadership to ensure medical quality.

Skills

Leadership experience

Veterinary medicine expertise

Collaboration

Community engagement

Education

DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college

Active license to practice in state

Tools

Digital radiographs

Digital dental radiographs

Ultrasound

Large surgery suite

Job description

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Estero Animal Hospital is looking to add a Lead Veterinarian to serve as the medical leader of the practice, creating a positive and collaborative work environment for the hospital team. You will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality medical care while also supporting the overall success of the practice operations.

We are happy to consider veterinarians with strong leadership experience or less experienced veterinarians with goals of leadership in the future. We love to mentor and help build the next generation of veterinary leaders.

• Beautiful views of the Gulf Coast
• Tucked between Naples and Fort Myers
• Multi-doctor practice with a highly trained staff
• Diagnostic tools - digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, ultrasound, large surgery suite
• Endless outdoor activities & water sports nearby

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership
• Assist Practice Manager with the staffing and scheduling to ensure goals are met
• Grow relationships within the practice and the community
• Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments
• Oversee the medical care of all patients
• Serve as the veterinarian of record for all required hospital permits and licenses
• Partner with hospital leadership to ensure medical quality

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
• Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Options
• Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual
• Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!
• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance
• Paid State Licensing Fees
• Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues
• Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT)
• Personalized & Surgical Mentorship
• Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms
• Flexible Compensation Package
• Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match
• 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, 6 weeks of paid Parental Leave (for both parents!) Work/Life Balance day off annually