Conejo Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a veterinarian with leadership aspirations to come join our team as a Medical Director! Part ownership available!

Conejo Valley Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced veterinarian to partner with our team and lead our practice.   

CVVH is 17,000 square foot state-of-the-art hospital. We are a progressive 24/7 general practice/emergency hospital with 12 plus doctors and over 100 support staff who strongly believe in compassion without judgment.  Many of our veterinarians have special interests, including a strong emphasis on internal medicine and surgery.  We see many species, with 20% of our patients being avian and exotic (although not all our veterinarians see exotic patients).  Our mission at Conejo Valley Veterinary Hospital is “Where animals come first,” and we have an outstanding reputation in the community and online.

About the hospital:

• Ultrasound
• Digital radiography
• Digital dental x-ray with two wet tables
• Two state-of-art surgical suites
• Boarding/Daycare facility
• In-house lab (Idexx)
• 12 exam rooms
• Separate isolation room
• Specialized wards (intensive care, cat, exotics)
• 4-5 technician to DVM ratio 

What we offer:

• Annual leadership bonus as well as additional bonus incentives tied to hospital performance.
• Opportunity for partnership/part ownership after 1 year year
• Great work/life balance with 4-days a week and 10-hour days, including 90-minute lunches and scheduled block off times during the day.
• Large multi-doctor practice who work together as a team
• Opportunity to mentor new graduates through our bootcamp program
• Competitive salary + sign on and retention bonuses with salary ranging from $200,000-$250,000
• 401k with matching
• Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Continuing education allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• License renewal and professional association memberships

Job Summary

The Medical Director is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing Associate Veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.  The Medical Director is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered. 

In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Medical Director is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of Divisional Leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Medical Director are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing Medical Care

• 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, quality of care and inventory
• Establishes medical protocols
• Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor
• 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 doctors, and when appropriate general staff members
• Monitors doctor performance and production
• 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/VMD licensure

Financial Responsibilities

• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses
• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget
• Monitors key financial reports

Growing the Practice

• Drives patient visits and encourages 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

About Thousand Oaks:

 We are located in Thousand Oaks, California, just minutes from Los Angeles.  Thousand Oaks is a fun and family-friendly city conveniently located next to many amazing attractions.  We are a short drive to Santa Barbara, Malibu, the mountains, and the beach.  There is lots of open space with many miles of hiking and biking trails in the local area.

Qualifications:

Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program

Questions before applying? Please reach out to Jake Osborn - Jake.Osborn@nva.com

About Conejo Valley Veterinary Hospital

NVA General Practice is a leading veterinary community of over 1,200 independently managed hospitals united in the love of animals and the people who love them. Committed to serving the needs of pet owners in local communities around the world, NVA General Practice is driven by a mission to improve the comfort and well-being of pets through progressive and compassionate care. Our network of hospitals creates an integrated community of medical expertise and collaboration, enabling continuous growth and learning for our animal care teams. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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