Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital is a General Practice Small Animal clinic that provides medical care for the East Bay community and is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to serve as a leader for this practice. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to transition into a new leadership position supported by the resources and guidance of a larger company. If you would like to start your own practice but are concerned about the knowledge and resources involved, this is an opportunity to have the best of both worlds. We welcome both experienced Managing Veterinarians and Associate Veterinarians to apply.

About us:

This location is a full service, progressive veterinary practice that provides affordable care in the community. As a leader of the practice and DVM, you will have access to all the tools needed to care for the pets that come through our doors. Equipment like digital radiology, ultrasound, full in-house laboratory, anesthesia monitoring equipment and access to boarded orthopedic surgical services and radiology will be at your disposal. Potential to serve exotic animals if desired.

Our compensation package includes a competitive base salary plus production, ranging anywhere from $175,000 to $250,000+, management bonuses and sign on bonuses! We also offer 401k, AVMA dues, CE allowance, paid holidays and vacations.

Job Summary

The Managing Veterinarian is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing Associate Veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Managing Veterinarian is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered. 

In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Managing Veterinarian is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of Divisional Leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Managing Veterinarian are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing Medical Care

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education
• Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures
• Provides oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory
• Establishes medical protocols
• Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor
• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories

Leading Staff and Practice

• Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for doctors, and when appropriate general staff members
• Monitors doctor performance and production
• Develops and monitors hospital-specific client compliance protocols and procedures
• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions
• Ensures all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM/VMD licensure

Financial Responsibilities

• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses
• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget
• Monitors key financial reports

Growing the Practice

• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement
• Embraces change and supports innovative programs within the hospital
• Monitors client service, marketing, and NVA growth initiatives
• Seeks out ways to innovate operational practices that improve the growth of the practice

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively
• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success
• Manages time and tasks appropriately
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

Our hospital has been going strong for 30+ years and we do not intend to slow down. Our doctors all belong to various local, state and national veterinary associations, where regular attendance at seminars keeps us at the top of our field. We emphasize preventive and wellness care to ensure the happy and healthy life of your pet. However, if the time comes when your pet requires medical treatment, we are extremely well prepared to provide your pet with essential state-of-the-art diagnostic, medical, dental, and surgical procedures.

We know the importance of quickly diagnosing and treating your pet, and our in-house modern laboratory and radiology unit provides us with accurate and prompt diagnostic results so that your pet's treatment can proceed immediately. In addition, we have a well-stocked on-site pharmacy so your pet's prescriptions can be filled immediately right here in our office.

What you can expect from joining our team:

• Strong earning potential with base salary + production bonuses available. PTO, health, dental, vision insurance, CE, 401k, and more!
• Guaranteed collaboration and/or mentorship. Our highly experienced and skilled team is here to help you grow your skillset. Whether it is complicated surgeries, exotics, emergency medicine, rehabilitative medicine or something in between – we are here!
• Healthy work culture. Our dedicated team knows how to get through the tough days together and enjoy life while at work. COVID made it tough, but we try to get together outside of work when opportunity presents. Cook outs, lunches, holiday parties or picnics – we like to have fun too!
• New facility in 2022! We will have all the tools to make you successful. The new facility features 5 exam rooms, an acupuncture area, multiple dental suites, separate surgery rooms, x-ray and ultrasound rooms, paperless records, in house labs and more!
• Loyal and amazing clientele. Our doctors do an amazing job of really slowing down to connect with our patients and their owners. It is not uncommon for pet owners to drive a long distance to meet our team and receive the high quality medicine we take so much pride in.
• Typical work schedule would consist of 4, 10 hour shifts per week (including 1-2 Saturdays/month)

The ideal candidate for this position is one who is open minded and a team player. Our environment is one that is built upon collaboration and working together as a cohesive unit. An interest in acupuncture, rehabilitation medicine or exotics is a plus! 

If you are looking to join an excellent practice with tremendous growth opportunity, we should talk! Please visit our website here or email Jake Osborn at Jake.Osborn@nva.com to learn more.

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