Lead Veterinarian

Livewell Animal Hospital; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Livewell Animal Hospital in San Diego, California, seeks a Founding Veterinarian to launch and lead a high-quality small animal practice. You will shape medical standards, mentor a collaborative team, and provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and wellness care.

You will drive client communication and education, manage cases, and help create a client-centered environment that improves pets' and families' lives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in small animal medicine.
• Ability to lead and shape medical standards.
• Strong communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical standards and protocols for a new practice.
• Manage cases across medicine, surgery, dentistry, and wellness.
• Educate clients and communicate treatment plans effectively.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a collaborative hospital team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Small animal medicine

Client communication

Mentoring

Job description

Livewell Animal Hospital seeks a Founding Veterinarian to help launch and lead a new, high-quality small animal practice. You will shape medical standards, build and mentor a collaborative team, and provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and wellness care. Responsibilities include case management, client communication and education, and driving a culture of compassionate, preventative medicine. We offer strong input into hospital operations and protocols, professional development support, and the opportunity to create a client-centered environment that positively impacts pets and their families.