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Principal Veterinarian

Location: US - Montana - Bozeman

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Posted: May 17, 2024

Ask About Our Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance!WellHaven Pet Health Bozeman is seeking a PrincipalVeterinarian to join our team.

Why work for WellHaven Pet Health Bozeman?

Wellhaven Pet Health is a small corporation that focuses on the people in our industry and works to make your job more enjoyable. WellHaven Pet Health Bozeman is an AAHA-accredited small animal practice located in the heart of beautiful Bozeman, MT. Bozeman is an outdoor lover's dream, with two ski hills, endless miles of hiking, and multiple rivers for floating and fly-fishing. It also boasts award-winning restaurants and a vibrant nightlife.

We are equipped with digital radiographs, ultrasound, endoscopy, in-house labs, and digital dental radiographs. We strive to practice high-quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry. A nearby ER means no on-call hours. There is also a growing specialty hospital in town for referrals.

Check out our Instagram to see how fun it would be to join our team! @bozemanpethospital

Job Summary

The Principal Doctor is responsible for comprehensive oversight and accountability across all facets of the hospital. This role is dedicated to ensuring the delivery of top-notch veterinary care, exceptional client service, the well-being and productivity of the veterinary medical team, and the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Main Accountabilities:

High-Quality Care and Service: Ensure consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional service to maintain a positive hospital environment, uphold medical standards, and support business performance
Partner with the Practice Manager (PM) to support hospital operations:
Take an active role in or lead hospital team meetings
Develop annual plans, budgets, and hospital productivity levels
Lead talent acquisition, training, development, coaching, and mentoring of employees
Implement effective communication strategies to foster employee engagement
Maximize hospital efficiency, profitability, and productivity
Effectively resolve client and employee conflicts
Ensure current licensures for all applicable employees
Leadership for Associate Doctor(s):
Support and mentor Associate Doctors to reach their professional potential and career goals
Guide Associate Doctors in delivering exceptional medical care, client service, and business results
Develop plans to achieve individual/hospital goals and priorities
Ensure proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and current medical practices
Scheduling Management: Guide the Practice Manager to create and maintain veterinarian's and para staff schedules to meet client needs, following WellHaven guidelines, while proactively planning personal and continuing education time off
Employee Training: Oversee effective training of employees by:
Demonstrate exceptional client service
Adhere to WellHaven protocols and practices as outlined in the state-specific WellHaven Guidebook
Achieve practice priorities
Compliance: Practice veterinary medicine in compliance with:
State Veterinary Practice Act
Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws
WellHaven Code of Ethics and company policies
Maintain thorough and accurate medical charts, consistently meeting hospital quality control standards
OSHA and DEA regulations and safety standards
Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrate unwavering integrity and ethical conduct in all actions and behaviors
Community Outreach and Marketing: Take responsibility for community outreach, events, and external marketing efforts to promote the hospital

Customer Service Delivery:

Consistently provide professional, efficient, and exceptional service
Demonstrate excellent communication and organizational skills when interacting with the veterinary team and clients
Strong Customer Service Focus while effectively adapting to individual clients and their needs
Effectively resolve customer complaints as appropriate

Other:

Lead and guide the team to ensure the hospital meets safety standards and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA. Meet all OSHA standards and regulations as outlined in company policies
Ability to perform other job duties as assigned

Required Skills and Knowledge

Demonstrated ability to:
Uphold integrity and ethics in all actions and behaviors
Develop direct reports by guiding, coaching, and mentoring to help them reach their full potential, achieve their professional goals, and contribute effectively to the success of the organization
Stay current with the latest advancements in veterinary medicine through ongoing professional development and continuing education to maintain certification and improve knowledge and skills
Identify, address, and resolve conflicts effectively and professionally
Drive for results by demonstrating motivation and determination to achieve goals and deliver high-quality outcomes
Provide consistent, high-quality care, safe and exceptional medical services
Remain action-oriented and effectively set priorities
Work well in an extremely fast-paced work environment, remaining calm and resilient
Learn new computer software systems (EMR, Scheduling, etc.)
Provide a high level of accountability

Education and Experience

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
State Veterinary Board License
On the first day of employment, must be in good standing with the state(s) employed to work for WellHaven
Current USDA Accreditation a plus
A valid DEA License will be required upon hire
Previous owner of a hospital, practice, or equivalent management experience
5+ years practicing as a DVM in a hospital setting
Prior experience training associate doctors and paraprofessional staff

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Requirements

The Principal Doctor position is performed onsite at our hospital or an approved offsite event location. Remote work is not available for this position
Hospital environment includes limited space, smells from pet waste, and noise (barking, etc.)
Position requires 40+ hours per week to complete essential duties of this job to meet client needs and work volume. Schedules may include 10+ hour shifts, Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb
Good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to reach and grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read information
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Ability to lift 50+ pounds
May routinely be exposed to pets that may bite or scratch, biological hazards.

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