Medical Director - East Orlando Animal Hospital

Description

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

We offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director to join our team at East Orlando Animal Hospital. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Director.

Why Join Us

• Flexible scheduling, preferably 4 shifts per week with rotating weekends
• Our 10,000 sq. ft. facility is equipped with: 8 exam rooms, Spacious treatment and surgical suites, High-quality dentistry (including dental radiographs with every cleaning), State-of-the-art Idexx in-house lab equipment, and a luxury boarding facility and grooming salon
• Guaranteed base salary $190k-$215k DOE + production and 5k annual Medical Director stipend. High total earning potential!!
• The area boasts excellent schools and an outdoor lifestyle perfect for work-life balance

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains a high quality of progressive veterinary care
• Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care
• Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine
• Works toward making various services work as one team
• In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory
• Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment
• Sews patients and handles clinical practice
• Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities
• Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence
• Appropriately manages controlled drugs
• Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies
• Conducts regular doctor meetings
• Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues
• Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions
• Develops medical policies
• Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards
• Monsitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians
• Leds candidate interviews of potential DVMs
• Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital
• Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results
• Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum)

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent time-management and delegation abilities
• Exercises sound judgment and demonstrates exemplary decision-making skills
• Professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with others
• Well-developed interpersonal skills