Medical Director - Red Rocks Animal Center

Position Overview

The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered. In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations. The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role.

Why Join Us:

• Advanced Resources: In-house lab, digital radiography (including dental), ultrasound, and a skilled technical team experienced in anesthetic monitoring and perioperative care.
• Led by a dedicated operations team to help you focus on practicing medicine and leading your clinical staff.
• Generous CE allowance, leadership training, and opportunities to pursue individual clinical interests.
• Flexible scheduling to promote sustainability and well-being.
• Strong, ongoing partnerships with local rescue organizations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain 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.
• Sees 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.
• Affirms practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards.
• Makes sure DVM performance and production are appropriately managed, provides coaching when appropriate.
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians.
• Leads 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.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary ($150,000–$180,000) with high earning potential with no negative accrual options available!
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Optional life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Generous CE allowance.
• Reimbursement for license and membership fees.
• Relocation and sign-on bonuses up to $125,000.
• Additional discounts and supplemental benefit options.