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Gibraltar Veterinary Hospital

Medical Director Position

Are you interested in furthering your career and transitioning into a senior leadership position? Are you passionate about team-building and organizational culture? Are you interested in managing your own practice without investing your own capital? Are you seeking a position that allows you to train and mentor veterinary staff? Is your goal to eventually become a Regional Director for a renowned network of veterinary hospitals, own your own practice or work a non-clinical role?

MVP is seeking an ambitious and team-oriented veterinary surgeon (Preferably 3-5 years out of school) with an interest in dentistry, to lead Gibraltar Veterinary Hospital (GVH) as its Medical Director. This is the perfect opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about surgery but also interested in either owning their own practice or transitioning into a non-clinical role with endless leadership opportunity.

In this role, the Medical Director will provide a variety of animal healthcare duties in the hospital, as well as management, mentorship, and career development for veterinarian staff. Moreover, this individual will ensure the regulatory compliance of the animal hospital as well as develop, approve, and maintain veterinary standards of care for all patients. The Medical Director is also responsible for ensuring an environment of positive teamwork within hospital staff. Active and productive collaboration between staff members is critical to the success of this position!

About Gibraltar Veterinary Hospital: GVH has been offering exceptional companion animal care to the downriver area of the state of Michigan for over 30 years. GVH is proud to be certified with the American Animal Hospital Association and the first hospital in Michigan to be Fear Free Certified.

Our team is comprised of 4 renowned doctors who are committed to providing compassionate care to pets and quality information to clients. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of service and accountability to enhance the human-animal bond.

At Gibraltar Veterinary Hospital, we are proud to offer a comprehensive range of services to address your pet's specific veterinary needs. From the first checkup to their precious golden years, you can count on us every step of the way! We offer wellness exams, dental care, laser therapy, ultrasound, digital x-ray, digital dental x-rays, electronic medical records, grooming, surgery, senior wellness, spay and neuter, microchipping, in-house diagnostics, and vaccinations.

Location: 29503 W Jefferson Ave, Gibraltar, MI 48173

About Gibraltar, MI: If you're looking to experience Pure Michigan at its finest then Gibraltar is the place to be! Gibraltar is located about 25 miles south of Detroit - Michigan's largest city and is located directly on the Detroit River with more than five miles of canals, wetlands, and streams. Plan a getaway to Detroit for world-class cultural attractions, Detroit-famous Coney dogs, walkable shopping districts and innovative boutique hotels, travel across the border to Canada or stay in town and have fun on the water with various aquatic sports, fishing, and boating!

Schedule: Flexible (20 hours clinic / 10-20 hours managerial), 2-3 clinical days in association with hospital needs.

Ideal Qualifications:

· Licensed State Veterinarian (active and clear)

· Experience in GP, soft tissue surgery and/or orthopedic soft tissue surgery

· Previous Medical Director and leadership experience preferred, but not required

· Interest in dentistry a plus!

· High clinical standards - Committed to compassionate, exceptional veterinary care

· Dedicated to building a progressive and united culture

· Exceptional communication skills, energetic, organized, detail-oriented and outgoing

· Enjoys client and team-facing interactions

· A willingness to learn and grow using MVP's available training resources

· Passionate about teaching leadership skills and mentoring staff

Benefits Offered:

· Competitive annual base salary starting at $120,000

· Signing Bonus of $100,000

· Monthly production bonus

· Team growth bonus

· Relocation assistance

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· Paid time off

· 401k with employer match

· Continued leadership training under Dr. Betsy Johnson (VP, Learning & Leadership Development)

We would love to speak with you and have the opportunity to learn more about your career goals. Apply today for immediate consideration!