Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Options

Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual

Discounted Personal Veterinary Care

Paid Continuing Education Days & Allowance

Paid State Licensing Fees

Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues

Covered Professional Liability Insurance

Personalized & Surgical Mentorship

Internal Veterinarian Collaboration

Flexible Compensation Package

Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match

3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

A veterinary practice is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to lead the medical team at the Animal Medical Clinic at St. Johns. The role entails ensuring high-quality care for pets while fostering a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates should hold a DVM/VMD and an active state license. This position focuses on supporting staff development, managing diverse caseloads, and ensuring compliance with medical standards. Competitive benefits include a sign-on bonus, flexible compensation, and extensive PTO.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college or equivalent.
• Active state license to practice veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the clinical team and leadership.
• Assist Practice Manager with staffing and scheduling.
• Grow relationships within the practice and community.
• Encourage growth of support staff through training.
• Manage surgeries and appointments.
• Oversee medical care of all patients.
• Serve as veterinarian of record for hospital permits.
• Partner with leadership to ensure medical quality.

Skills

DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college

Active license in good standing

Job description

Lead Veterinarian

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Animal Medical Clinic at St. Johns

Animal Medical Clinic at St. Johns 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.

• A High-Tech Playground: Elevate your practice with an arsenal of cutting-edge tools, including digital dental radiology, ultrasound, and cold laser therapy.
• Future-Focused Surgery: We’ve traded the scalpel for precision with our advanced bladeless surgery practice—less trauma for the patient, more accuracy for you.
• Variety is the Spice of Life: Come for the cats and dogs, stay for the chance to expand your horizons with any and all species you're passionate about.

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, Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually