Medical Lead Veterinarian- Waukee Clive Veterinary Hospital- Des Moines IA - Waukee-Clive Veterinary Clinic

Description & Requirements

Interested in Leading a 7 DVM Practice with an already amazingly established culture and reputation?

• Interest In: Small-animal general practice in a full-service, well-established hospital providing care for dogs, cats, and exotics/pocket pets. Clinical interests may include wellness and preventative care, diagnostics, dentistry, routine and advanced soft-tissue surgery, internal medicine, pain management, and client education. The hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and digital dental radiography, supporting efficient, high-quality patient care. Orthopedic cases are supported through a traveling surgeon, with additional access to nearby specialty referral centers when needed.

Additional Hospital Information & What We Are Looking For:

Work alongside an exceptionally strong support team with an approximate 2.5:1 technician-to-doctor ratio, allowing for efficient workflows and high-quality patient care. The team includes multiple certified technicians, with additional team members actively pursuing certification, creating a highly capable and growth-oriented environment.

• Modern, remodeled facility featuring 8 fully equipped exam rooms (including lift tables and a cat-friendly exam space), paperless workflow using AVImark, in-room checkout capabilities, two dental suites allowing for multiple procedures daily, and a well-designed treatment area that supports efficiency and patient comfort. Surgical procedures are performed throughout the week with strong monitoring protocols and a consistent focus on patient safety and pain management.
• The Medical Lead will partner closely with hospital leadership, Regional Leadership, and the veterinary team to guide medical protocols, case management consistency, and quality of care standards. This is a doctor-first leadership role, focused on influencing medicine and supporting the team clinically not heavy administrative oversight.

Clinical Responsibilities (80–90%)

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate veterinary care across general practice, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and exotic cases (as interested)
• Independently manage routine, complex, and chronic cases with strong clinical judgment
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients regarding diagnostics, treatment plans, and outcomes
• Lead by example on the floor, modeling excellent medicine, efficiency, and patient care

Medical Lead / Leader of Medicine Responsibilities (10–20%)

• Serve as the clinical leader and medical authority within the hospital
• Guide medical standards, protocols, and consistency in case management
• Support doctor alignment and provide clinical input on complex cases
• Partner with leadership on workflow improvements, equipment utilization, and medical best practices
• Continually foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement

Layout & Facility Highlights

• Modern, remodeled facility featuring 8 fully equipped exam rooms (including lift tables and a cat-friendly exam space), paperless workflow using AVImark, in-room checkout capabilities, two dental suites allowing for multiple procedures daily, and a well-designed treatment area that supports efficiency and patient comfort.
• Surgical procedures are performed throughout the week with strong monitoring protocols and a consistent focus on patient safety and pain management.

Patient Mix

• A diverse and engaging caseload including dogs, cats, and exotic/pocket pets, with a balance of preventative care, medical workups, dentistry, and surgery. The caseload offers both routine and more complex cases, creating a rewarding and well-rounded clinical experience.

Website

https://waukee-clivevet.com/

Location

15151 Hickman Road, Clive, IA 50325

Apply Today

If you are an experienced veterinarian looking to lead medicine while remaining hands-on clinically, we’d love to connect.

For confidential consideration, please send your resume to Katie Shaffer at: katie.shaffer@mvetpartners.com

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

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