Lead with Excellence at Westview Veterinary Services in North Vancouver!

Are you a dynamic and compassionate leader ready to take the reins at a top-tier veterinary clinic? Westview Veterinary Services in beautiful North Vancouver is seeking a part-time Managing Veterinarian to lead our talented team and elevate our practice to new heights.

About Us:

At Westview Veterinary Services, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive services, including wellness and preventative care, dentistry, laparoscopic surgery, radiology, and lab work. Our team consists of three dedicated DVMs and 11 skilled support staff, all working together to provide exceptional care. We also collaborate with referral specialty DVMs, demonstrating our strong relationships within the veterinary community.

Why Westview?

As the Managing Veterinarian, you'll lead a passionate team and have the autonomy to shape our practice's future in partnership with the Hospital Manager. Your innovative ideas and strategic vision will drive our success. From preventative care to advanced surgical procedures, you'll oversee a wide range of services, ensuring the highest standards of veterinary care. We host weekly staff training and meetings to ensure seamless operations and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of learning and growth.

What We Offer:

We offer an attractive compensation package with a competitive salary ranging from $80 - $100 per hour, leadership bonus, comprehensive health and dental coverage, continuing education opportunities to support your professional development, and a collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

Apply Today:

If you're ready to lead a dedicated team and make a significant impact in the veterinary community, we want to hear from you! Connect with us at Westview Veterinary Services and embark on an exciting journey of growth and excellence. To learn more, visit westviewvet.com or contact Susan by call, text, or email at (403) 542-3862 / Susan.Heppner@nva.com. Let's build the future of veterinary care together!

Join Us, Grow Together.

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.

• Celebrate team wins and successes

• 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 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.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.

• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed.

• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members.

• Makes decisions confidently and effectively.

• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success.

• Manages time and tasks appropriately.

• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.