Lead Veterinarian - Anthem Animal Hospital

Azpetvet; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to guide a dedicated team in providing exceptional veterinary care. This role emphasizes clinical leadership, mentorship, and the cultivation of a positive workplace culture. With a focus on regulatory compliance and operational efficiency, the Lead Veterinarian will play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of care while also enjoying a competitive salary package that includes a sign-on bonus and a path to hospital ownership. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine and eager to lead a team towards excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Minimum $150,000 salary + Production

Monthly leadership stipend

$40,000 sign-on bonus

Unlimited CE allowance

4-day work week

Full Benefits (health, dental, vision)

401k with match

Path to hospital ownership

Qualifications

• Valid DVM license in good standing required.
• 2+ years of clinical veterinary experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead mentorship and recruitment of veterinary staff.
• Drive clinical excellence and ensure high care standards.
• Supervise Associate Veterinarians and foster workplace culture.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Leadership

Mentorship

Regulatory Compliance

Clinical Excellence

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Lead Veterinarian - Anthem Animal Hospital

Lead Veterinarian - Anthem Animal Hospital

Location: Anthem, Arizona

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: 7 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: R2024-016480

Lovet Pet Health Care is looking for an experienced Veterinarian ready to lead a hospital as a Lead Veterinarian.

Originating in Phoenix, AZ over 40 years ago, we are a growing family of over 20 general practice hospitals in Arizona, Illinois, and soon to be Michigan.

The Lead Veterinarian is the clinical leader of the hospital, ensuring clinical excellence and the delivery of top-tier services to our clients.

Reports to: Interim VP of Clinical, Future Hospital Ownership

What’s in it for you?:

• Minimum $150,000 salary + Production
• Monthly leadership stipend
• $40,000 sign-on bonus
• Unlimited CE allowance
• 4-day per week schedules, no on-call or overnight duties!
• Full Benefits (health, dental, vision) + 401k with match
• A path to hospital OWNERSHIP!

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Mentorship and Recruitment: Collaborates with hospital leadership to recruit, retain, and train veterinary staff, ensuring orientation and performance management to drive retention and productivity. The Lead Veterinarian will be tasked with leading the mentorship of all new or recent graduates at their hospital.
• Clinical Excellence: Responsible for driving clinical excellence and ensuring the highest standards of care are met.
• Leadership & Culture: Acts as a key leader, fostering a strong workplace culture, aligning with the company's core values, and driving performance and retention at the hospital level. Direct supervision of Associate Veterinarians and indirect supervision of hospital staff.
• Regulatory & Compliance: Works with leadership and compliance teams to ensure adherence to local, state, and federal safety standards, inventory management, and fosters team relationships to maintain staffing levels and hospital efficiency. Responsible for holding the DEA premise license.

Education and Experience:

• A valid Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) license in good standing.
• 2+ years of experience in clinical veterinary medicine required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at a time.
• Walking, lifting, turning, twisting on a regular basis.

TAG-The Aspen Group, its affiliates, related companies and supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers and welcome everyone to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.