Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group; Odessa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Options

Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual

Paid CE days & allowance

Paid state licensing fees

PLIT liability insurance

Mentorship and collaboration platforms

Healthcare packages & 401k match

PTO, holidays, parental leave

Job summary

Lakeside Animal Hospital in Lakeside, FL is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to serve as the medical leader, guiding the clinical team and ensuring high-quality patient care while supporting hospital operations.

We welcome leaders with strong experience or veterinarians aspiring to leadership, with mentorship to cultivate the next generation of veterinary leaders in the Odessa area.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college or equivalent.
• Active license to practice in the state or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clinical team and hospital leadership.
• Assist Practice Manager with staffing and scheduling to meet goals.
• Grow relationships within the practice and community.
• Support staff development through internal training programs.
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments.
• Oversee medical care of all patients.
• Ensure compliance with hospital permits and licenses.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mentorship mindset

Education

DVM/VMD from AVMA

Active license to practice in state

Job description

Lead Veterinarian

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Lakeside Animal Hospital (FL)

Reporting To: Stacy Corwin

Description

Lakeside 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.

• Serving Odessa and Surrounding Communities since 2010

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