Lead Veterinarian

GoodVets; Town of Charlotte (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonus

Coaching platform

Unlimited CE

Health insurance

401k match

Employee discounts

Job summary

GoodVets is seeking a Lead Veterinarian in the United States to dedicate 85% of time to veterinary duties and 15% to leadership. You will lead clinical teams, oversee rounds, and maintain high standards of care across our hospitals.

You will mentor associates, manage scheduling, and collaborate with the VP of Operations on budgeting and productivity. Competitive salary with 22% production and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine) with active license.
• Experience leading veterinary teams and clinics.
• Strong communication with clients and staff; KPI awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical teams and daily rounds to ensure high-quality care.
• Create and manage the Clinic Doctor Schedule and staffing levels.
• Mentor Associate Veterinarians through coaching and case discussions.
• Partner with VP of Operations on budgeting, staffing, and hospital productivity.
• Recruit doctors and support staff to attract top veterinary talent.
• Represent GoodVets in the veterinary community and uphold culture.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinic operations

Budgeting

Mentoring

Recruiting

Client communication

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

We are seeking a Lead Veterinarian. In this role, the Lead Veterinarian will dedicate 85% of their time to veterinary duties and 15% to leadership responsibilities.

Why GoodVets:

• Growing community of locally owned animal hospitals across the US
• Mission to empower veterinarians and deliver exceptional care
• Team comprised of talented, experienced DVMs who lead their own teams
• Full autonomy to practice medicine
• DVM-crafted standards of care, not corporate

You will make an impact by:

• Ensuring that all team members deliver the highest quality of veterinary care that is safe, effective, patient and client-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable.
• Working closely with the VP of Operations on matters such as budgeting, staffing, and enhancing hospital productivity. Meet to discuss KPI’s on a quarterly basis
• Supervising the implementation of medical operating procedures and guidelines to ensure patient care needs are met while providing an excellent client experience.
• Creating and maintaining the Clinic Doctor Schedule to balance the needs of the hospital and of Associate Veterinarians.
• Mentoring and developing Associate Veterinarians through side-by-side coaching, feedback sessions, and regular case discussions, focusing on clinical skills, performance metrics, client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and productivity.
• Leading daily morning rounds and organizing and conducting monthly meetings for doctors and staff to foster a positive hospital culture.
• Partnering with the Hospital Operations Manager to deliver excellent client experience, including handling client complaints when necessary.
• Participating in the recruitment efforts for doctors and support staff to ensure the highest caliber of veterinary talent is attracted and retained.
• Acting as an ambassador of GoodVets within the veterinary community and the public at large.
• Upholding and promoting the GoodVets culture and values among the practice team and clients.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 22% production
• Access to a coaching platform
• Unlimited CE & 3 CE days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k match
• Friendly employee discounts on veterinary services and products
• Coverage of malpractice insurance, state license dues, and DEA dues
• Paid sabbatical program
• 20 PTO days without negative accrual
• Paid parental leave
• Annual childcare stipends

Are you passionate about animal health and making a difference in the lives of pets and their owners?