King Street Pet Hospital is seeking a hardworking, collaborative, coachable, team oriented, ethical Managing Veterinarian/Medical Director to join our team in stunning Honolulu, Hawaii. An interest in exotics or alternative medicine would be well received. Mentorship and collaboration is always available! If that sounds like you, we should talk.

What to expect:

• Flexible schedule with 4 day work weeks, rotating weekend shifts
• Highly collaborative multi-doctor environment that works as a very cohesive unit
• Long tenured staff and positive working atmosphere
• Educated and supportive technicians and assistants
• Strong compensation plan with generous PTO and benefits
• We celebrate our team and love to host hospital team events such as parking lot cookouts to celebrate holidays when situations allow

As a part of this busy and growing practice, you will have the unique opportunity to grow your skill set, provide an extremely high level of medicine and experience a great workplace culture. From the moment you walk into our building and interact with our welcoming staff, you will get a sense of why King Street is so great! We have all the equipment and experienced team members to make you successful. Tools like digital X-ray, digital ultrasound and paperless records just to name a few. We are always looking to reinvest in the advancement of medicine or to expand our practice. 

Located in beautiful Honolulu, Hawaii, we can offer it all! We are within driving distance of the metropolitan shopping centers, airport, as well as being near many outdoor recreational activities. Whether it is visiting a state park or if a beach day is calling your name, you can find so many beautiful locations and fun activities nearby!

Job Summary

The Managing Veterinarian is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing Associate Veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.  The Managing Veterinarian is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered. 

In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Managing Veterinarian is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of Divisional Leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Managing Veterinarian are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment.

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
• 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/VMD 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/VMD) 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the company to afford equal opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, non-disqualifying disability or status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran.

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About King Street Pet Hospital

NVA is a leading global veterinary community of more than 1,400 veterinary hospitals and pet resorts united in the love of animals and the people who love them. Our animal care ecosystem spans the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Rooted in a culture of compassion, innovation and collaboration, NVA champions each hospital's unique culture and provides the support and opportunities veterinary teams need to deliver exceptional care to pets and their families.

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