Medical Lead Veterinarian - Animal Hospital of Colorado Springs

The Animal Hospital of Colorado Springs is excited to welcome a passionate professional like you to our established small animal practice. We proudly maintain our status as an AAHA Accredited hospital, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care and operational excellence. Our dedication to quality is mirrored by the community's trust, evident in our excellent 4.6-star Google rating.

If you are seeking an opportunity to provide gold-standard medicine alongside devoted teammates, this is where you belong. Joining our team means you are supported by a broader network dedicated to your professional success. We prioritize creating a culture where every teammate can do their best work and reach their full potential. This includes dedicated programs designed to help you achieve long-term career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or pursuing advanced educational opportunities.

You will find that our commitment to continuing education and peer collaboration ensures that all our teammates continuously grow their skills and feel empowered in their roles. As a small animal practice, the quality of medicine you practice here is always at the forefront. Though we focus on general practice services, you gain access to the resources of a wide-ranging network, including internal specialty consultation support to ensure your patients receive comprehensive and nuanced care.

We believe in investing in the tools and knowledge necessary to perform advanced diagnostics and treatments, ensuring that you have the infrastructure required to practice the highest level of veterinary medicine for our beloved Colorado Springs clientele. Colorado Springs offers an enviable blend of outdoor adventure and urban convenience, making it a spectacular place to call home. Situated at the base of the stunning Rocky Mountains, you will have immediate access to world-class hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation, including the iconic Pikes Peak.

Known for its clear skies and vibrant community, Colorado Springs consistently ranks highly as one of the most desirable cities in the country. This location provides the perfect balance for a dedicated professional looking for a rich and rewarding life outside of the clinic.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong,…