Managing Veterinarian

Job Description

Elmhurst Animal Care Center is looking for a Full Time Managing Veterinarian to join our growing, full-service, small animal hospital located in Chicago, Illinois.

We are looking for a full-time Managing Veterinarian at Elmhurst Animal Care Center. Join our team with access to the latest equipment- digital radiographs and digital dental radiographs, full in-house lab work, endoscope, access to CT, in-house orthopedics from fracture repair to TPLOs and overnight hospitalization. We believe in team guided mentorship and opportunities to grow through collaboration, continuing education, and consistent communication.

The Managing Veterinarian is primarily responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and ensuring 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 consistently delivered to our clients and their pets.

Additionally, the Managing Veterinarian is expected to partner with the Hospital Manager to drive financial performance and general operations of the hospital and to cultivate a supportive and collaborative team environment more broadly. This hospital-level team is supported by their Illinois-based Divisional Leadership who provides practice management training, reporting, and ongoing resources to develop a best-in-class hospital. The hospital is one of many that report into this Illinois division, so the Managing Veterinarian can expect to network with and learn from peers in similar roles in veterinary clinics nearby. There will be a transition period with current MDVM available for continued support.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing Medical Care

• Establishes medical protocols and provides appropriate training to associate doctors.

• 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 and quality of care.

• 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 associate doctors and, when appropriate, general staff members.

• Monitors associate doctor performance and production.

• Provides mentorship, feedback, and guidance to associate doctors both in the moment and via the structured annual review process.

• 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 licensure.

Financial Responsibilities

• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth. Assists associate doctors in achieving agreed-upon production levels by providing clear guidance for the appropriate level of medicine and compliance by our clients.

• Manages to appropriate medical expenses; ensures pricing is appropriate and that all clients are charged for the services they receive.

• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget, and capital budget.

• Monitors, understands, and acts upon key financial reports.

Growing the Practice

• Maintains and builds the reputation of the clinic it the community; encourages positive ongoing 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.

• Understands the need and opportunity to add doctors to the practice when necessary.

Benefits, Bonuses & Incentives

• Competitive salary

• Insurance- Medical, Dental, Vision, Malpractice, Disability

• 401K plans

• Continuing education allowance

• Employee Discounts

• Paid dues for AVMA, IVMA, State license and DEA dues

• Generous PTO days

Up to $100,000 in bonuses - INCENTIVE OFFERS INCLUDE:

• $10,000+ Sign-on bonus
• $15,000+ Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• $10,000+ Retention Bonus
• $500+ Additional CE Bonus to pursue special interest (acupuncture, dentistry, exotics)

Pay

• Managing Doctors can generally expect the following structure:

• Quarterly Leadership Incentive Bonuses tied to hospital performance and growth of hospital over previous year's results

• Eligible to earn part ownership opportunities

• Hospital shall pay for attendance and participation in MDVM Development Series

• All other compensation requests to be negotiated

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.

• Licensure in good standing to practice in Illinois.

• 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.

• Engages with NVA leadership effectively in order to drive outcomes at the clinic level.

• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.

Our practice is a busy 10-doctor small animal practice that specializes in providing high quality, compassionate and convenient care for our patients. Our employees enjoy working here because we recognize the importance of the relationships between humans and animals, and we see our clients and patients as extended family. We would love to show you around! You can find us on the web at www.elmhurstanimalcarecenter.com.

All interested candidates please apply online or submit your CV to scotti.klecka@nva.com.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.

NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health's innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.