Managing Veterinarian

Job Summary

The Managing Doctor is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and ensuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Managing Doctor also creates an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered.

Southside Veterinary Clinic is a well‑established, Small Animal practice located 45 minutes North of Nashville, TN. At our clinic, everyone is considered a leader and an integral member of the healthcare delivery team. Our friendly team is dedicated to making every veterinary experience a positive one while ensuring our community's animals receive the exceptional care they need. We select our team members not only for their veterinary expertise but also for their kindness, compassion, patience, professionalism, integrity, and agility.

• 4 exam rooms
• Small animal medicine
• Surgery
• Pain management
• Laser therapy
• Digital radiographs
• Ultrasound
• Fully stocked pharmacy
• In‑house laboratory

• Oversee surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education.
• Answer client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.
• Provide oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory.
• Establish medical protocols.
• Oversee transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor.
• Minimize waste and control costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories.

• Participate in the recruiting and interviewing process for doctors, and when appropriate general staff members.
• Monitor doctor performance and production.
• Develop and monitor hospital‑specific client compliance protocols and procedures.
• Participate in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions.
• Ensure all medical staff receive applicable training, including mentoring of new graduates.
• Support the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure.

• Drive revenue and hospital contribution growth, managing all hospital expenses.
• Assist in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget, and capital budget.
• Monitor key financial reports.

• Drive patient visits and encourage community involvement.
• Embrace change and support innovative programs within the hospital.
• Monitor client service, marketing, and NVA growth initiatives.
• Seek out ways to innovate operational practices that improve the growth of the practice.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Tennessee.
• 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.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. We’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together.

Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we’re committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off…