Veterinary Medical Director
Company: The Animal Health Organization (TAHO)
Location: Delaware
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
Who we are TAHO is a community and mission-focused animal
welfare organization with a focus on accessible/affordable high
quality medical care. Our state-of-the-art hospital is fast-paced
and high-volume. Our services include high-volume spay/neuter,
routine wellness, urgent/emergency care, dental care and surgery,
radiology (including dental), in-house diagnostics, general and
emergency surgery, 24 hour inpatient care/hospitalization,
end-of-life care/hospice and euthanasia, and more. It is our
mission to ensure no animal goes without the medical care they
require and deserve, regardless of the family's financial
situation. Our team prides themselves on the high level of customer
service and medical care that they provide. This level of care is
what sets our organization apart from others and is what TAHO is
primarily known for. Our hospital has been awarded the title of Top
Veterinary Hospital in Central Ohio for the past three years in a
row, along side our friends and partners at MedVet and OSU. We are
nationally recognized as a leader for our innovative, high-quality
spay/neuter program and are in partnership with the ASPCA's Humane
Alliance Program. Who we are looking for A licensed veterinarian
with a strong leadership background that can demonstrate a
successful track record of managing/leading a medical team in times
of change, transformation, rapid growth, and high volume. Have the
ability to effectively manage conflict in highly emotional
situations with grace and maturity. An advocate who is passionate
about community and charitable service and animal health and
welfare. A friendly professional who is willing and able to be a
part of our greater mission and include themselves in public
service and organizational/partner/sponsoring events. A
veterinarian who is eager/excited to join a rapidly growing and
award winning veterinary practice to help maintain the high
standards of care to facilitate continued growth and development. A
veterinarian with a public health and shelter medicine interest. A
veterinarian who will take great pride in being a leader within an
award winning, nationally recognized, hospital/organization. Job
Summary A strong and supportive leadership team is essential to our
success and our abilities to continue to provide high quality and
affordable medical care to our communities. Our medical director is
responsible for the oversight and management of all veterinary care
provided by our organization, including management of associate
veterinarians. We strive for professional and medical excellence -
our MD is focused on sustaining, evaluating, and improving our
overall, top-of-the-line, veterinary medical care to ensure we are
always performing at the highest level possible. The MD functions
as a pillar of professionalism and leads by example, constantly
demonstrating and encouraging a positive and productive working
environment and team work. In addition to leadership
responsibilities, the MD functions in a full-time outpatient
medical role (M-F 9-5); however, MD candidates must be willing to
cross train in all departments to ensure familiarity with all TAHO
operations and be able to lead all medical professionals
appropriately. Working Relationships Works very closely with, and
provides management and leadership to, all associate veterinarians.
Works closely with veterinary technicians and assistants. Works in
partnership with the Executive Director, Hospital Manager, and
Clinical Supervisors to lead and manage a positive and productive
team. Works in partnership with the Executive Director to maintain
and develop new protocols or SOPs to ensure we continue to improve
and provide the highest level of medical and client care possible.
Essential Job Functions Fosters a culture that supports development
of engaged and empowered employees. Provides team with opportunity
and guidance for personal and professional growth/improvement. In
partnership with leadership team, serves as an overall leader for
the hospital, providing oversight and management of medical care
provided in both medical and surgical departments. Lead and direct
medical health professionals. Assists in hiring of DVMS,
veterinarian onboarding and training, DVM development, and
management of DVM performance. Responsible for managing overall
patient flow, ensuring patient care is always delivered in an
efficient, safe, and compassionate manner. Responsible for
assisting/leading meetings with veterinarians,
departmental/hospital meetings, and other doctor-facing
communications. Works in collaboration with the ED and Hospital
Manager to ensure all teams have the resource and tools to deliver
high-quality client and patient care. Works with the ED to
manage/evaluate overall hospital expenses in an attempt to keep
costs down. As a non-profit it is very important that our resources
are managed appropriately. Oversees patient care issues, responds
to client complaints that pertain to medical care provided.
Interacts with the community and acts as a liaison and face-of-the
practice to maintain our positive and charitable community
reputation. Ability and willingness to learn all of TAHO policies
and protocols in all departments and programs. Follows and enforces
all organizational SOPs and protocols. Communicates openly and
directly with ED and hospital management to keep them apprised of
all unusual situations, or situations that require resolution,
including issues with the team, clients, or patient care.
Supervises handling and recording of controlled substances. At all
times behave in a manner that upholds both personal and
professional standards as an ambassador of TAHO. Train any
designated persons in all aspects of patient care and
efficient/safe clinic practices, maintaining a professional and
friendly manner at all times. Be available to travel and train as
requested. Strive to continually improve all medical/surgical care,
training protocols, and team building. Be a leader among staff,
displaying a positive attitude and acting as a motivating force for
all staff members. In addition to leadership responsibilities,
functions as either a full-time medical or surgical provider (to be
determined at hire - preference is given to individual).
Responsibilities of this position will be provided upon request.
Responds to the needs of the practice and our clients/patients,
working the necessary hours (no less than 45/week) to ensure normal
and successful operation of the practice and team. Other Critical
Skills Demonstrate good (and safe) speed when necessary.
Competently perform and teach CPR and other emergency measures.
Competently handle surgical complications and rechecks. Competently
and quickly handle/respond to emergency and urgent situations.
Effectively critique and suggest additional disease control
measures. Understand and practice low-stress animal handling.
Understand and practice disease -prevention protocols. Communicate
effectively with clients and colleagues. Education, Experience,
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Must be a licensed veterinarian in the
state of Ohio and able to receive temporary licensure in the state
of North Carolina for training. Must be able to maintain all
current and correct licenses and insurance. At least five years of
veterinary experience as a practicing DVM is required. Must have
experience/working knowledge in outpatient, inpatient, and surgical
practice. History and demonstration of Leadership and Management of
a veterinary team is required. Must possess, or be able to obtain,
DEA certification. Must be certified, or willing and able to become
certified, with the USDA to provide international veterinary health
certificates. Work Environment The offices and operations of a
high-volume veterinary hospital can be high stress and very busy at
times. The schedule can vary. Employment Type: Full Time Years
Experience: 3 - 5 years Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: The Animal Health Organization (TAHO), Elyria , Veterinary Medical Director, Executive , Delaware, Ohio
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