Medical Lead Veterinarian - Shores Animal Clinic

Medical Lead Veterinarian – Shores Animal Clinic

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You are invited to join Shores Animal Clinic, a long-established, full-service small animal practice located in beautiful West Palm Beach, FL. Since 1979, we have built deep community ties, proudly treating second and third-generation client pets. This legacy of trust is reflected in our exceptional 4.9‑star Google rating, demonstrating the personalized and high-quality care our teammates deliver daily. If you are looking for a place where professional continuity and strong client connection drive medical outcomes, this is your opportunity to step into a respected and vital community role.

At Shores Animal Clinic, you will succeed alongside experienced professionals who are committed to stable, long‑term patient relationships. We are focused on ensuring all our teammates can do their best work, which means supporting career goals, whether that involves pursuing additional credentialing or moving into leadership roles. Veterinarians have immediate access to a network of internal specialty consultations, ensuring you always have the guidance needed to diagnose complex cases and expand your expertise within the practice.

Shores Animal Clinic offers comprehensive small animal medicine with a robust suite of services designed for continuous, high‑level care. You will be utilizing Wellness & Prevention strategies, advanced Testing & Diagnostics, and a wide array of Surgical Procedures. Our commitment to the West Palm Beach community includes providing specialized Advanced Care and reliable Urgent Care services, allowing you to manage a diverse and challenging caseload.

West Palm Beach, Florida, offers a vibrant and sunny backdrop for your professional life. Here, you can balance your dedicated work with the quintessential South Florida lifestyle, enjoying year‑round sunshine, easy access to pristine beaches, and world‑class dining and cultural events. Relocating to this community means finding a perfect blend of tropical relaxation and professional opportunity, ensuring you have ample time outside of the clinic to recharge and enjoy the beautiful coastal scenery.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team:
  Manage all associate veterinarians, conduct regular performance discussions, coach them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and foster a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence:
  Set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance:
  In partnership with your Practice Manager, help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth:
  Lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. Supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador:
  Serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of (or willingness…