Medical Lead Veterinarian

At Rising Sun Animal Care, our mission is to treat every pet like our own while serving as your neighborhood’s favorite full-service vet. Since 2010, we have built a reputation for providing comprehensive veterinary care, reflected in our exceptional 4.8-star Google rating, which demonstrates the trust the Denver community places in us. We prioritize a supportive environment where every teammate feels valued and can truly succeed.

If you are looking for a place where your skills in advanced medicine and compassionate care are celebrated daily, this is your opportunity.

As a teammate at Rising Sun Animal Care, you are joining a culture dedicated to growth and support. While focused on providing excellent care locally in Denver, we are part of a network that ensures you have access to extensive educational resources and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to consistently grow in your profession. We are committed to helping you do your best work, offering structured programs designed to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means advancing your medical knowledge or moving into leadership roles.

You will be practicing high-quality, comprehensive small animal medicine encompassing everything from wellness and prevention to advanced surgical procedures. Our facility is equipped to handle testing and diagnostics, ensuring we can provide critical, same-day care for our patients, with same-day appointments often available. You will be instrumental in delivering advanced care and managing emergency cases, utilizing the resources necessary to make rapid, informed decisions for your patients.

We are proud to be a trusted provider of essential medical services, allowing you to continually sharpen your skills across the full spectrum of veterinary practice.

Located in Denver, Colorado, you will find yourself in a dynamic and vibrant community that offers an unparalleled quality of life. Known for its 300 days of sunshine, Denver provides easy access to the Rocky Mountains, world-class hiking, skiing, and abundant outdoor recreation, making it ideal if you appreciate adventure outside the hospital walls. Denver also boasts a thriving metropolitan scene with diverse culinary options, cultural centers, and professional sports.

This location ensures you get the best of both worlds—a highly supportive professional community at the clinic and an exciting, active lifestyle right outside your door.

This position will be posted a minimum of three days.

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, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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