Principal Veterinarian - Downtown Vancouver

Career Opportunities with Wellhaven Pet Health

Principal Veterinarian - Downtown Vancouver

This is an exceptional 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? 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. 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) to support hospital operations.
3. Take an active role in or lead hospital team meetings.
4. Develop annual plans, budgets, and hospital productivity levels.
5. Lead talent acquisition, training, development, coaching, and mentoring of employees.
6. Implement effective communication strategies to foster employee engagement.
7. Maximize hospital efficiency, profitability, and productivity.
8. Effectively resolve client and employee conflicts.
9. Ensure current licensures for all applicable employees.
10. Support and mentor Associate Doctors to reach their professional potential and career goals.
11. Guide Associate Doctors in delivering exceptional medical care, client service, and business results.
12. Develop plans to achieve individual/hospital goals and priorities.
13. Ensure proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices.
14. Guide the Practice Manager to create and maintain veterinarians’ and para staff schedules to meet client needs.
15. Oversee effective training of employees.
16. Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with state and federal regulations.
17. Maintain thorough and accurate medical charts, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards.
18. Demonstrate unwavering integrity and ethical conduct in all actions and behaviors.
19. Take responsibility for community outreach, events, and external marketing efforts to promote the hospital.

Required Skills and Knowledge

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 and Environment

1. The Principal Doctor position is performed onsite at our hospital.
2. Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise.
3. Position requires 40+ hours per week to complete essential duties of this job.
4. Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
5. Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Additional Information

WellHaven offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Please review our benefits package at: WellHaven Benefits.

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.