Description

Join the highly respected practice at Vida Veterinary Care in beautiful Centennial, CO. As an AAHA Accredited facility focused entirely on small animal medicine, we demonstrate a measurable commitment to excellence in every detail of patient care. Our dedication to quality is confirmed by an excellent 4.6-star Google rating, reflecting the deep trust we have earned within our community. We foster a professional and collaborative culture where you can truly do your best work. This is an opportunity for you to elevate your career alongside skilled teammates committed to practicing gold-standard medicine. We understand that successful veterinary medicine relies on robust operational and educational support. While we maintain a localized, compassionate atmosphere within our practice, we are part of a larger network dedicated to ensuring every teammate has the resources they need to succeed. This means you have access to continuous learning opportunities, structured programs to help you achieve goals like becoming a credentialed technician, and clear pathways into leadership roles. We prioritize educational support and create an environment where mentorship is standard, helping you advance your career goals faster and grow within the profession. Our focus at Vida Veterinary Care is consistently high-quality small animal medicine, backed by the prestige of being an AAHA-accredited hospital. You will be practicing in a setting where complex medical cases are supported by access to internal specialty consultations across our network, ensuring our patients receive comprehensive, multi-disciplinary recommendations. We equip you with the necessary tools and support to deliver sophisticated diagnostics and treatment plans, ensuring you consistently meet gold-standard benchmarks in patient care and feel confident in managing diverse caseloads. Centennial, Colorado offers an ideal blend of suburban comfort and immediate access to the dynamic metro area of Denver. Located just south of the city, Centennial is known for its excellent quality of life, highly-rated parks, and great accessibility to diverse outdoor recreation, including the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. When you join us, you are placing yourself in a vibrant, family-friendly community that ensures a balanced lifestyle, allowing you to enjoy world-class shopping, dining, and unparalleled opportunities for outdoor exploration after your shift.

Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.
• Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).
• Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth-oriented culture.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.

Generous Compensation

A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.

Leadership & Clinical Growth

Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.

Clinical Tracks Program

Access over 50 hours of in-depth, RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology, facilitated by veterinary specialists.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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