Brentwood Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to join our team in Brentwood, CA.

Brentwood Veterinary Hospital has been a part of the Brentwood community since 1976. We are a 3-doctor small animal practice and are proud of our seasoned and tenured team. Our quality medical team offers progressive care for our patients and a welcoming family feel for our team and clients.

Read on to learn more. Contact Lauren.Johnson@nva.com with questions or resume submissions.

Responsibilities

The Managing DVM is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.

The Managing DVM is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine is delivered.  In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Managing DVM is responsible for the financial performance of the hospital, preparing operating and capital budgets, and meeting budget expectations.

Advancing Medical Care

Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education.Maintains and improves the quality of medical and surgical procedures.Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.Oversight and direction of medical standards and quality of care.Establishment of medical protocols.Recommendation of hospital inventory.Assure current licensure of all DVMs.Documents the required hours of continuing education credits per calendar year and CE completion.Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor.

Leading Staff and Practice

Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for DVMs, and when appropriate general staff members.Monitors DVM performance and production.Prepares DVM work schedules.Develops and monitors hospital-specific client compliance protocols and procedures.Participates in technician appraisal and counseling sessions by relaying appropriate information to the Hospital Manager.Partners with the Hospital Manager to make hiring and termination recommendations.Trains all medical staff, including the mentoring of new graduates.Supports the Hospital Manager in the development and delivery of staff training programs.Creates a positive work environment and works with the Hospital Manager to resolve staff problems, concerns, and conflicts.In partnership with the Hospital Manager, develop a workplace conducive to high employee morale, ensuring positive working relationships between clients, doctors, and staff.Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories.

Financial Responsibilities

Responsible for the financial performance of the hospital including revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses.With the hospital team and supported by the Divisional Leadership, prepares an annual planning matrix, operating budget, and capital budget.Takes ownership of the revenue and success of the practice by monitoring key financial reports.

Growing the Practice

Partners with the Hospital Manager to drive patient visits and community involvement.Capable of championing change and driving innovative programs in the hospital.Monitors client service, marketing, and NVA growth initiativesIn partnership with the Hospital Manager, continually looks for ways to innovate operational practices that improve the growth of the practice.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited universityLicensure in good standing to practice in the state in which the applicant is to be employedExcellent verbal and written communication skillsA commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethicsThe ability to delegate responsibility and achieve results with hospital team membersCapable of quality decision makingThe ability to coach, correct, develop, and motivate employeesDemonstrates excellent time and task managementDemonstrates professional and courteous presentation with staff and clients

Equal Employment Opportunity

 It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran.