Cumberland Animal Clinic in Smyrna, Georgia is eagerly seeking Veterinary Medical Director to join our team!

**We were voted best Veterinarian by the Smyrna/Vinings community for 2023!**

As the Veterinary Medical Director at Cumberland Animal Clinic, you will play a vital role in leading our veterinary team and ensuring the delivery of top-notch medical care to our patients. You will oversee all medical aspects of our practice, providing leadership, guidance, and expertise to our dedicated team of veterinary professionals.

The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital in coordination with the hospital manager. The MD will be managing and mentoring associate veterinarians and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered. In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations. The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role. Effective MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care. They are part of the foundation upon which successful veterinary practices are built and directly impact and influence hospital culture and morale. 

Expert veterinary care with a well-equipped hospital including but not limited to:

• Expansive treatment area
• Large dedicated doctor offices
• 5 large exam rooms
• No boarding / No after hours on-call
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Digital Radiography Services (including Dental)
• Ultrasound
• In-House Diagnostic Lab
• On-Site Pharmacy
• Multiparameter Monitoring Systems  

What can we offer experienced candidates?

• Base salary of $150,000
• Production bonuses
• Sign-On bonus incentive
• Up to $5,000 CE Allowance
• Experience Life Bonus
• (4) day work week 

Benefit Opportunities:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Optional relocation package.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off allowance for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education allowance and opportunities for advanced professional development.
• Veterinary licensing, state VMA, board certifications and DEA reimbursements
• Employer paid AVMA, PLIT, VIN, and PLUMBS memberships  
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative and experienced veterinary team.
• 401K retirement plan with 100% vested 
• Opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community surrounded by natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities.
• Emotional wellbeing and employee assistance programs 
• Free Calm App membership 

At Cumberland, we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance. 

Smyrna, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, has a small-town feel with access to downtown in only 15 minutes.  The clinic is located right down the street from Truist Park (home of the Atlanta Braves) and The Battery.  The Battery has lots of great restaurants, bars, places to shop, and hotels. It was named one of the best cities for young adults in Georgia.  Smyrna has long been an integral part of the growth and development of Cobb County and is recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the entire Metropolitan Atlanta area, the place to be…the place to call home.

If this is the leadership role for you, please email your resume to Porsha Bale Pbale@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcareers.com/.

Strategic Focus

• Work with DVMs to build an understanding and an appreciation of how behaviors impact revenue
• Provide feedback to DVM’s on weekly/monthly production performance and coach for improvement
• Ensure that DVM schedules reflect the needs of the Hospital and assist in other PetVet Hospital DVM staffing as needed
• Work with the PetVet Support Center on DVM contract and compensation issues
• Provide stability and leadership within the Hospital
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Participate in weekly operational conference calls
• Work with the Hospital Manager on Medical Staff Scheduling
• Utilize a one on one process for ongoing direct communication with DVM and Technician Staff

Tactical Focus 

• Resolve client issues where appropriate (when attending DVM or Hospital Manager have not been effective)
• Receive and evaluate new product info
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for daily running/flow of hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure highest standards are being upheld
• Recommend fees for new products and services
• Meet regularly with the Hospital Manager to review controllable costs:

• • DVM and Support Payroll
  • Inventory
  • Other Medical related etc.
• Participate in assistant/technician reviews
• Maintain availability to answer questions with regards to all aspects of hospital
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels