Medical Director - Alexandria
Company: Bond Vet
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
To achieve our vision, Bond Vet is currently seeking an Medical
Director to help lead the medical operations of the Clinic
The Medical Director ensures patients receive a high standard of
care and that Clinic team members work collaboratively in a
positive workplace environment. The Medical Director is
client-oriented, an excellent communicator and a natural mentor to
all members of their team.
The Medical Director partners with their Clinic Manager and reports
to the Regional Director of Operations to ensure the holistic
success of their Clinic.
In addition to these leadership duties, the Medical Director
fulfills the responsibilities of an Associate Veterinarian.
Responsibilities
- Ensures the delivery of the highest quality (safe, effective,
patient and client centered, timely, efficient and equitable)
veterinary care by all team members
- Mentors and develops Associate Veterinarians to be their best
through side-by-side coaching, feedback sessions and regular case
discussions
- Participates in a Performance Improvement Process to address
performance issues if and when they arise within their team,
thereby maintaining a high performing team
- Organizes and conducts regular doctor and team meetings to
foster and strengthen positive hospital culture
- Acts as a thought partner and contributes to the development of
new practice protocols and guidelines and implements them in an
efficient and engaging way
- Partners with Clinic Manager in delivering an excellent client
experience including the handling of client complaints when
applicable
- Participates in talent acquisition efforts for Doctors and,
when appropriate, support staff to ensure the recruitment of the
highest caliber of veterinary talent
- Creates and maintains the Clinic Doctor Schedule to balance the
needs of the hospital and of their Associate Veterinarians
- Acts as an ambassador of Bond Vet within the veterinary
community and the public at large
Skills of this leader include;
- Adaptable- A lifelong learner who is continuously developing
the skills and perspective required to meet the needs of the team
and hospital.
- Business acumen - Comfortable with financial conversations and
how good business is related to good medicine
- Client Focused - Acts with both external and internal Customers
in mind. Uses Client feedback to improve service
- Communication Skills - Communicates clearly in both verbal and
written formats
- Conflict Management - Doesn't shy away from healthy conflict
and can settle disputes equitably
- Developing Direct Reports - Has an awareness of the aspirations
and development goals of those on their team and can push them to
take on challenging tasks and assignments to support their
growth
- Directing Others - Sets clear expectations and distributes
workload in a way that is equitable and challenging and maintains
communication about work and results
- Drive for Results - Takes initiative. Can be relied upon to
meet or exceed objective goals. When something is not working well,
able to take the lead in troubleshooting/working on solutions as
well as contacting the next level up for help.
- Effective Teambuilder - Blends individuals' strengths and
creates a strong Team spirit. Frames success in terms of the whole
Team. Fosters openness and a sense of belonging
- Hiring & Staffing - Is effective at evaluating potential
candidates and selects only the strongest fits for the
organization
- Managing Vision & Purpose - Communicates vision in a way that
is inspiring to those on their team. Breaks larger goals into
chunks to celebrate and encourage progress and momentum.
Understands what motivates the members of their team and uses this
knowledge to create a climate of excellence
- Peer Relationships - Is able to quickly build strong
relationships with team members both new and established. Is
collaborative; can solve problems in a way that is fair to other
groups. Can deliver candid feedback in a way that is well
received
- Prioritization - Good time management skills. Able to determine
which issues require immediate attention and action.
- Regulatory Compliance (DEA/State Practice Act) - has awareness
of legal and regulatory requirements and ensures awareness and
compliance of team members
- Safety Management - fosters a culture committed to the safety
of team members, pets and clients
- Self Aware. Has self knowledge of strengths and weaknesses.
Proactively seeks out feedback from team members and peers and
develops action plans to address any concerns that arise.
- Veterinary Quality - Understands the factors that contribute to
overall Quality of Care and works successfully to fortify them
throughout their Clinic
Qualifications
- Veterinary Medical Degree (DVM/VMD or foreign
equivalent)
- State licensure that is in good standing OR eligibility for
such licensure. To include all states for clinics under
supervision.
- DEA licensure and Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)
certificate if needed for all states for clinics under
supervision.
- 3-5+ years of clinical veterinary experience preferred
- 1+ years of Leadership Experience preferred
Currently working elsewhere? We get it - the vet world is small.
We're committed to a confidential and positive experience. Just
looking to chat? Let's grab a coffee or hop on the phone. Email our
Team at
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Keywords: Bond Vet, Washington DC , Medical Director - Alexandria, Executive , Alexandria, DC
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