Lead Veterinarian

Garden Valley Veterinary Hospital • Windsor, CA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

Garden Valley Veterinary Hospital is proud to serve the Windsor, CO, area for everything pet-related. Our team is committed to educating our clients on keeping pets healthy year-round, with good nutrition and exercise.

We are a multi-doctor practice with a moderate caseload, where we pride ourselves on prioritizing quality medicine. We have an ultrasound, digital x-rays and radiographs, and LASER. We are Fear Free and Cat Friendly. We also have an excellent, well-leveraged support staff team.

We stay current on the latest advances in veterinarian technology, and above all, we remember that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery. If this is the type of working environment that appeals to you, we'd love to hear from you!

Veterinarian Role Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
3+ Years Experience as a Veterinarian Required
3+ Years Experience as a Leader/Manager Preferred
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which you are applying
Professional demeanor and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
The ability to make decisions and communicate clearly and effectively with fellow team members
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Proficiency in surgery is a plus

Veterinarian Role Responsibilities

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.
In conjunction with Hospital Manager, help drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
Develop a rapport with clients and determine their needs and wishes; perform physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures in a way that will deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
Stay up-to-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine and attend Continuing Education meetings.

Veterinarian Benefits

Veterinarians always earn their base salary and never owe any money at the end of the year.
Relocation Assistance
Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
Maternity Leave
401k (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%.)
High Producer Bonus
Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
Professional Liability Coverage
TeleDoc - Free Access 24/7
Access to Free In-House Continued Education (CE)
Growth tracks for leadership development
Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians
…and much more!

Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, dedicated to the highest standards of care, and eager to grow - whether it be financially, professionally, or both - we invite you to apply. Together, we can continue to provide the best care and ensure the well-being of our beloved animal companions. We can’t wait to meet you!