What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at NVA?
Description & Requirements
Advanced Animal Care of Colorado is looking for an Managing Veterinarian to add to our 4 Doctor team in beautiful Fort Collins!
We are progressive, AAHA accredited, Fear Free certified, AAFP Cat Friendly Practice. We have a collaborative team approach to practicing medicine with a reputation of high standard of care in our community.
Our hospital is a 9,000 square foot, state of the art facility! We work closely with mobile boarded surgeons and boast a large surgical suite with the ability to perform arthroscopic and laparoscopic surgeries. Our clients love the convenience of our attached lodging, doggy daycare, and grooming facilities!
Job Responsibilities
- Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns
- Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
- Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventive health care, and nutritional needs.
- Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and makes certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
- Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
- Presents a positive image of the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
Skills and Basic Qualifications
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or related degree 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 veterinary code of ethics.
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
- Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
- 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.
