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Seeking Progressive Medical Director for Teaching Hospital  

$170,000-$200,00 per year (based upon experience) + production & bonus

Up to $75,000 sign on bonus/relocation assistance offered 

Are you an experienced veterinarian that has a passion for teaching and entrepreneurship? Are you someone that loves to coach and mentor new graduate DVMs? NVA is looking for a Full time Medical Director to be a part of Manhattan’s brand-new Teaching Hospital on the Lower East Side.

As the clinical leader of our first ever Teaching Hospital, the Medical Director, in collaboration with our DVM Mentor, will be responsible for mentoring new graduates, fostering a safe environment for learning and teamwork, and ensuring quality medicine is delivered. The Medical Director will be responsible for setting clear program objectives and deliverables, creating measures for success, and communicating progress toward objectives with all stakeholders. The primary function of this role is leadership, teaching and oversight; however, some clinical practice is required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

New Grad Mentorship

• Monitor new graduate performance, provide regular and effective feedback and coaching
• Set medical direction and standard-of-care norms, and ensure new graduates can execute against
• Accelerate new graduate surgical skillsets and confidence via one-on-one mentorship

Leading Staff and Practice

• Develop program documentation for the enrollment and recruitment of participants
• Attend outside recruiting events at universities and local community colleges
• Develop program details, including content development, facilitation, success criteria, measurement, and reports to key stakeholders
• Maintains and builds the reputation of the clinic in the community; encourages positive ongoing community involvement
• Assist with development and oversight of program budget and KPIs
• Manages partnership and relationships with divisional leadership

In addition to important, challenging work in an exciting setting, we can offer you: 

• Autonomy to lead the practice the way YOU want 
• Unique loan repayment options 
• Flexible work schedule and NO ON CALL! 
• Highly competitive compensation package including; 
• 100% employer paid medical, dental and vision coverage 
• paid time off 
• annual continuing education budget with paid CE days 
• paid licensure (DEA, state, local memberships) 
• Vin membership 
• 401k 
• Advanced training opportunities (mentorship, dental, ultrasound, surgical) 
• Generous pet discount with pet care stipend 
• Highly skilled licensed veterinary technicians  
• Positive, collaborative culture that emphasizes teamwork and supports personal growth 
• Up to date equipment including; digital radiograph and digital dental radiograph
• $15,000 medical equipment stipend  

-AND- 

 Your choice of any (1) of the following: 

·         $10,000 annual year-end bonus up to 5 years 

·         Double your CE budget and time every 2 years 

·         Extra week of vacation time every 3 years 

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Basic project/program management experience preferred
• Exceptional proficiency in surgical and dental procedures
• Excellent history of clinical mentorship, training, and development
• Strong business acumen and critical thinking

An ideal candidate for this role is one who loves to teach, train, mentor, coach, and develop others. The Medical Director should thrive in creation and entrepreneurship and should have a passion to innovate for the benefit of the profession. The Medical Director should demonstrate strong initiative and intrinsic motivation, as they will have a significant amount of day-to-day autonomy and empowerment.  The role will fluctuate between clinical and mentorship responsibilities based on the number of new graduates you are mentoring.  For example, if no mentees, role will by 90% clinical and 10% seeking candidates.  5-6 mentees, 20% clinical and 80% mentorship.

We were founded by a veterinarian, so when it comes to veterinary medicine, we get it. And we trust that you get it, too—that’s why you’ve dedicated your life to a love of animals and patient care. NVA wants to give you the freedom to do your work your way, along with the support to help you do your work even better. That means resources, information, equipment, and whole-person support that lets you focus on your passion for animals. 

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About First Avenue Veterinary Hospital

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation. NVA and EVH’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com.

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