Medical Lead Veterinarian: Lead, Mentor & Elevate Care

Cape Veterinary Clinic; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid continuing education days

Leadership training program

Mentorship program

Teladoc access

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Cape Veterinary Clinic in Portland, Maine seeks a Medical Lead Veterinarian to champion medical excellence and mentor associate veterinarians. You will partner with the Practice Manager to build a strong, collaborative team and drive patient care quality while achieving production goals.

This AAHA-accredited clinic offers growth through Mission Pet Health, with extensive CE, leadership training, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support a high‑caliber veterinary team.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and valid state license.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience.
• Servant leadership mentality.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication.
• Understanding of hospital financial and operating management.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Desire to lead in a growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Mentor associate veterinarians and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Partner with Practice Manager to build a healthy, engaged hospital team.
• Lead efforts to improve patient care quality and client service.
• Chair monthly doctor meetings and oversee externship/mentorship programs.
• Act as an ambassador for Cape Veterinary Clinic and Mission Pet Health.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Mentoring

Financial literacy

MS Office

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Cape Veterinary Clinic in Portland, Maine seeks a Medical Lead Veterinarian to champion medical excellence and mentor associate veterinarians. You will partner with the Practice Manager to build a strong, collaborative team and drive patient care quality while achieving production goals.

This AAHA-accredited clinic offers growth through Mission Pet Health, with extensive CE, leadership training, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support a high‑caliber veterinary team.