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Pays $135K - $180K — $120k below the Emergency Medicine market median of ~$300k (65 jobs)

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Cara Veterinary
Mercer Island, Washington

Medical Director

Emergency MedicineIncludes callFull-Time
Posted 2mo ago

About the Role

Lead a veterinary hospital on Mercer Island. $135K-$180K plus $10K leadership stipend. 120 hours PTO. $3K CE. No nights or weekends mentioned.

Join Cara Veterinary as a Medical Director in Mercer Island, Washington.

Key Responsibilities

  • Team Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and set the standards for the DVM team, embodying Cara Veterinary's Pillars, and Core Competencies.
  • DVM Team Management: Oversee the performance, development, and professional growth of all associate DVMs in the practice.
  • Training and Mentorship: Establish a culture of learning and mentorship among the DVMs, ensuring they have access to and participate in ongoing professional development.
  • Client-Centered Service: Ensure a client-centered approach is consistently practiced by all DVMs, emphasizing open communication, trust, and empathy.

Requirements

  • Your role is paramount, overseeing a team of DVMs and the Hospital Director.
  • Your influence touches every aspect of your practice.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $135K - $180K
  • CME allowance: $3,000.
  • Malpractice insurance covered.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Call responsibilities required.

Apply to join Cara Veterinary as a Medical Director.

Licensure & Certifications

Requires a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing. Prefers 3 years of operations management experience with P&L responsibility or over 7 years of clinical practice experience.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical ExpertiseStrategic LeadershipTeam MentorshipMedical Standard SettingConflict ResolutionFinancial AccountabilityPatient Care OversightClient Relationship ManagementMedical Record ReviewBudget PlanningOperational ExcellenceStaff TrainingCase ManagementWorkflow StreamliningRegulatory Compliance

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 1.5/10 on work-life balance for Emergency Medicine roles.

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About Cara Veterinary

Veterinary Services
Seattle, WA
51-200 employees
Website

Benefits & Perks

Annual Leadership Stipend $10,000
Quarterly Incentive Program up to $20,000
401(k) with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
120 hours PTO per year

3 more from Cara Veterinary

  • Associate Veterinarian · 3 locations$160k
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