Lead Veterinarian

Faithful Friends Animal Hospital islocatedin Colorado Springs, CO, and has been serving the community for 39years. We are a full-service animal hospital providing veterinary caretodogs and cats and offer services such as routine medical, surgical, cold laser therapy, and dental care. We believe that preventative care such as vaccinations,generalscreenings, nutrition, and exercise are the most important things that keep pets in top shape for thelonghaul. Our teamatFaithful Friends Animal Hospital, it is our missiontotreat our patients and clients, who are the heart and soul of our practice, as if they are family. We strivetogive the best quality care possible andtotreat our clients and their faithful friendwithrespect and compassion through all walks of life. If you are a passionate and caring team player, please apply today!

The Veterinarian is responsible for providinghighquality caretoour patients while also developing rapportwiththeir owners. In additiontophysical examinations, surgeries, and dentistry, client communication and client education are of the upmost importance. Its important that SVP Veterinarians treat each pet and client likepartof the family.

Salaryrange of $110,000-$150,000/yearwithan average production percentage of 20-22%

Description

• Responsible for the ongoing evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as the delivery of patient care.
• Responsible for monitoring associate doctor performance and production.
• Inconjunctionwithhospital manager, helps drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
• Explain physical examination findings and communicatetothe client a diagnosis of the pets problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pettothe client; educate clientsonpreventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
• Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-datethrough established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
• Stay up-to-datewithnew medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
• Assist in the development of the paraprofessional teamtoensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Positively represent the hospital in the professional community andtothegeneralpublic.
• Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)degreefrom an accredited university
• Licensurein good standingtopractice in which the applicant is applying
• 3+yearsof leadership/management experience,preferred
• 3+yearsof experience as a veterinarian,required
• Professional comportment and appearance,withexcellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
• Have the abilitytoleadthe team through a variety of cases
• Respect for and willingnesstoworkwithclients and their pets
• Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputationwithclients
• A commitmenttopracticing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Must be proficient in surgery

Your Benefits

• Veterinarians always earn their basesalaryand never owe any moneyatthe end of theyear.
• Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
• PaidTimeOff (You are notrequiredtomake up production while on PTO.)
• Maternity Leave
• 401k (You receive a 100% matchonthe first 3% you put in,plusa 50% matchonthe next 2%.)
• HighProducer Bonus
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
• Long& Short-termDisability Insurance
• Professional Liability Coverage
• TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
• AccesstoFree In-House Continued Education (CE)
• Growth tracks for leadership development
• Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians