Medical Director | Excellent Location | Various Bonuses

Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center Kenosha is a Specialty & Emergency facility located in beautiful Southeastern Wisconsin.

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Medical Director to lead our dedicated team. At WVRC, we prioritize the human-animal bond for our patients and clients, while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment for our staff.

In order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.

Position Overview : The Medical Director's primary role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and comprehensive veterinary care.

This leadership position involves maintaining a positive, professional work environment and upholding the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Working closely with the Hospital Director (HD), the Medical Director acts as a medical subject matter expert, oversees the doctor team, and drives operational excellence.

Core Job Duties :

• Medical and Service Quality :
• Oversees provision of medical care, supporting innovation and cutting-edge practices.
• Develops and maintains medical policies, including infection control and patient safety.
• Investigates patient safety concerns and supports quality improvement initiatives.
• Champions a patient and client-centric approach through policy development.
• Addresses client and RDVM complaints professionally and in a timely manner.
• Provides clinical leadership by example, ensuring high-quality medicine and outstanding client experiences.
• Team Development :
• Develops a team-oriented approach to patient care in collaboration with the Hospital Director.
• Recruits and retains high-quality Veterinarians, overseeing engagement and retention metrics.
• Conducts annual performance evaluations and manages concerns regarding DVM performance.
• Supports internal and external medical educational opportunities, mentorship, and development plans.
• Leads staff meetings.
• Community and Communication :
• Ensures effective communication within the hospital and fosters positive relationships with referring veterinarians.
• Monitors work email for pertinent information and maintains a respectful and inclusive hospital environment.
• Represents the hospital at external meetings and other leadership opportunities.
• Hospital Operations and Compliance :
• Oversees a minimum of 8+ doctors, support staff is supervised by Hospital Director.
• 25% administrative time, 75% clinical.
• Schedule : 4x 10-hour shifts per week, Can offer a set schedule, but we ask for a grace in flexibility as-needed to attend to the hospital’s needs.
• Manages hospital budget and Cap Ex in partnership with the HD.
• Identifies areas for growth and develops plans for new services.
• Provides medical input into hospital development, marketing, and equipment selection.
• Ensures timely and accurate completion of medical records and compliance with regulations.
• Attends leadership training and maintains compliance with state and federal regulations.

Required Qualifications :

• DVM or equivalent degree.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Wisconsin.
• Excellent organizational, administrative, and leadership skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous administrative experience.
• Minimum of five years of clinical practice experience.
• Advanced leadership training.
• Experience mentoring and teaching junior veterinarians.

Compensation / Benefits :

• Competitive compensation package. Base pay, PLUS a top-of-market 25% production, PLUS a $30,000.00 management stipend per year paid out bi-weekly, PLUS a $25,000.00 signing bonus.
• 401K with employer match.
• Ample PTO and CE allowance.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

Application Process :

• First : 45 min-1 hour interview with the Senior Recruiter (contact email is below).
• Second : 1 hour phone conversation with your future partner, the WVRC-Kenosha Hospital Director; Andrea Bartelt.
• Third : Phone interview with the Operations Division Leader, Shannon Mayer.
• Final : In-person site visit.

Contact : For inquiries, please email [email protected].

Join us at Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center - Kenosha and experience the ideal work-life balance while providing exceptional veterinary care!

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