Principal Veterinarian

Career Opportunities with Wellhaven Pet Health

Careers At Wellhaven Pet Health

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This is an exceptional and rare opportunity to benefit from annual profit sharing based on the hospital's performance. Additionally, it includes an elevated production percentage, a generous $40k sign-on bonus, and comprehensive relocation support.

Are you a passionate pet care professional looking for the purr-fect opportunity to grow your career? Look no further! WellHaven Pet Health Downtown Vancouver seeks a Principal Veterinarian to lead our vibrant and dynamic team in a beautiful, modern hospital!

Job Summary

The Principal Doctor is responsible for comprehensive oversight and accountability across all facets of the hospital. This role is dedicated to ensuring the delivery of top-notch veterinary care, exceptional client service, the well-being and productivity of the veterinary medical team, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

1. High-Quality Care and Service: Ensure consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional service to maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance.
2. Partner with the Practice Manager (PM): Support hospital operations.
3. Team Leadership: Take an active role in or lead hospital team meetings, develop annual plans, budgets, and hospital productivity levels.
4. Talent Development: Lead talent acquisition, training, development, coaching, and mentoring of employees.
5. Communication Strategies: Implement effective communication strategies to foster employee engagement.
6. Maximize Efficiency: Maximize hospital efficiency, profitability, and productivity.
7. Conflict Resolution: Effectively resolve client and employee conflicts.
8. Licensure: Ensure current licensures for all applicable employees.
9. Leadership for Associate Doctor(s): Support and mentor Associate Doctors to reach their professional potential and career goals.
10. Scheduling Management: Guide the Practice Manager to create and maintain schedules to meet client needs.
11. Employee Training: Oversee effective training of employees.
12. Compliance: Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
13. Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrate unwavering integrity and ethical conduct in all actions and behaviors.
14. Community Outreach: Take responsibility for community outreach and marketing efforts to promote the hospital.

Required Skills and Knowledge

1. Demonstrated ability to uphold integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors.
2. Develop direct reports by guiding, coaching, and mentoring.
3. Stay current with advancements in veterinary medicine.
4. Identify, address, and resolve conflicts effectively.
5. Drive for results and deliver high-quality outcomes.
6. Provide consistent, high-quality care and medical services.
7. Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities.
8. Work well in a fast-paced work environment.
9. Learn new computer software systems.
10. Provide a high level of accountability.

Education and Experience

1. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
2. State Veterinary Board License.
3. Must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHaven.
4. A valid DEA License will be required upon hire.
5. Previous owner of a hospital, practice, or equivalent management experience.
6. 5+ years practicing as a DVM in a hospital setting.
7. Prior experience training associate doctors and paraprofessional staff.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements

1. The Principal Doctor position is performed onsite at our hospital or an approved offsite event location.
2. Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise.
3. Position requires 40+ hours per week to complete essential duties.
4. Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
5. Good hand-eye coordination and visual acuity.
6. Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
7. May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch.

Commitment to Diversity

WellHaven is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WellHaven is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state, and/or local laws prohibiting discrimination.