Partner Veterinarian

Mission Pet Health; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity options

Cash incentives

Production pay

Job summary

Livewell Animal Hospitals, in partnership with Mission Pet Health, seeks a Founding Partner & Lead Veterinarian to build a premier practice in Framingham, MA, with medical autonomy and strong community focus.

You will establish a gold‑standard clinical culture, mentor veterinarians and staff, oversee general medicine, surgery and dentistry, and partner with the Hospital Manager on financial performance, ownership equity and long‑term growth.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and license in good standing to practice in Massachusetts.
• A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a veterinarian.
• A strong foundation in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• A compassionate and collaborative leadership philosophy with the ability to mentor and develop staff.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with interest in ownership and running a practice.

Responsibilities

• Build a client-first, collaborative culture and set the tone for medical excellence.
• Lead and mentor the medical team, recruiting and developing veterinarians and staff.
• Drive medical and surgical excellence in general medicine, surgery and dentistry.
• Partner with Hospital Manager to manage financial performance and drive growth.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Entrepreneurial spirit

Veterinary medicine

Strategic thinking

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

MA state licensure (license in good standing)

Job description

Livewell Animal Hospitals are start-up hospitals built in partnership between Mission Pet Health and Founding DVMs. At the core of the partnership model is a commitment to medical autonomy and individuality. Our support systems are designed to give each hospital the resources and runway to practice the best medicine for their specific community, ensuring the DVM founder's vision is realized without the typical business risks and administrative overhead.

Each Livewell location is carefully selected based on strong demographic, market, and growth data to give the Founding DVM and hospital the best chance at long-term success. Operating in the high-visibility, heavily trafficked Golden Triangle, you will serve an affluent MetroWest demographic that actively seeks boutique, concierge-level care for their pets.

Role Description

This is more than a leadership role; it's an opportunity to build and lead a practice with the full backing of an established network. As the Founding Partner & Lead Veterinarian, you will be the cornerstone of the hospital, responsible for establishing a gold-standard medical culture, mentoring your team, and driving the business's success as a true owner.

• Build a Thriving Practice Culture: You will be the architect of a client-first, collaborative culture, setting the tone for medical excellence and teamwork from day one.
• Lead and Mentor Your Medical Team: You will recruit, onboard, and develop your associate veterinarians and paraprofessional staff, fostering a team that is highly skilled, efficient, and deeply connected to the Framingham community.
• Drive Medical and Surgical Excellence: You will set and maintain the hospital's standard of care, ensuring the delivery of excellent patient care and providing mentorship in general surgery and dentistry.
• Partner in Business Ownership: You will work directly with your Hospital Manager to manage the hospital's financial performance, making strategic decisions that drive top-line revenue growth and long-term success.

Opportunity Highlights

• $1M+ in cash incentives tied to hospital growth ( top line revenue)
• Personal production paid monthly
• Equity options

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a license in good standing to practice in the state of Massachusetts
• A minimum of 2+ years of experience as a veterinarian
• A strong foundation in general medicine, surgery, and dentistry.
• A compassionate and collaborative leadership philosophy with the ability to mentor and develop associate veterinarians and support staff.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a strong understanding or desire to learn what it takes to run a successful practice.
• Previous formal leadership or management experience is a significant plus.