Managing Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at Kokomo Animal Hospital as a Managing Veterinarian. Lead a compassionate team, oversee medical care, and contribute to a positive, collaborative environment. This role offers the opportunity to influence practice operations while ensuring high-quality care for pets and exceptional service for clients.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k with employer match

Paid time off including sick time

Opportunities for mentorship and ownership

Qualifications

• Must possess a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• Experience with exotics preferred.
• Strong leadership and team development experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and manage staff.
• Oversee surgical and medical cases.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and quality of care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Surgical Skills

Client Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Kokomo Animal Hospital in Kokomo, IN seeks a Managing Veterinarian to join our compassionate and caring team!

Kokomo Animal Hospital operates as a full service small animal practice. Established in 1941, we've been an advocate for animals in our community for over 75 years! We're a walk-in clinic that offers a full range of diagnostics, surgical procedures, and wellness services. Our goal is to provide professional, friendly, and personalized service for our clients, and high quality, compassionate veterinary care for our patients.

Our philosophy is to utilize our individual strengths and interests to foster a strong team environment for work while providing adequate time off to balance a personal life and family along with community, church, and/ or other individual interests. This philosophy has allowed us to establish an unprecedented level of retention of both our Veterinary and professional staff, and has enabled us to better meet our professional and personal goals because of the longevity of our professional relationships and consistency of our staff.

We're looking for a full-time, managing veterinarian to join our team! Our practice sees some exotics including: pocket pets, reptiles and birds - some exotics experience is preferred.

For more information, please visit our website at: www.kokomoanimalhospital.com

Job Summary

The Managing Doctor is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, technical staff and support staff and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Managing Doctor is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered in conjunction with the hospital manager.

In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Managing Doctor is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of Divisional Leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Managing Doctor are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing Medical Care

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education.
• Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.
• Provides oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory.
• Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor.
• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories.

Leading Staff and Practice

• Participates in the quarterly inventory count.
• Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, technicians and support staff.
• Monitors doctor performance and production.
• Develops and monitors hospital-specific client compliance protocols and procedures.
• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions.
• Ensures all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates.
• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure.
• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses.
• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget.

Growing the Practice

• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement.
• Embraces change and supports innovative programs within the hospital.
• Monitors client service, marketing, and NVA growth initiatives.

About Our Hospital

• In-house IDEXX lab-Catalyst Dx, LaserCyte, Snapshot Dx, Sedivue
• Daily IDEXX referral lab pick up
• Digital (direct) radiography and Progeny digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound (non-Doppler)
• Full Surgery suite with 2 general anesthesia /monitoring stations
• Dental suite with general anesthesia, complete monitoring and Midmark dental equipment
• Six general exam rooms and separate treatment room
• Full service in-house pharmacy plus online pharmacy

About Kokomo, Indiana

• Kokomo is the county seat of Howard County, in north central Indiana, just 50 miles north of Indianapolis, the Crossroads of America. Population is around 57,000, with a total county population of 82,800.
• Affordable cost of living: The cost of living in Kokomo is 5.3% less than the Indiana average, 16.9% less than the national average.
• Education: 17 elementary schools, 7 middle schools, 7 private schools, 4 high schools
• Post-secondary educational institutions: Indiana University Kokomo, Purdue University Kokomo, Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana, Indiana Wesleyan University
• Two area hospitals that provide availability of top-quality professional health care.

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.