Medical Director

North Paw Animal Hospital located in Durham, NC is seeking an experienced Veterinarian to join our practice as our Medical Director .

North Paw Animal Hospital is located in northern Durham County. This is a suburban area populated by clients that work mainly at Duke and the Research Triangle Park. North Paw Animal Hospital provides primary care to small animals mostly canine and feline focusing on well care and strong client/patient relationships. There are a variety of specialty hospitals in the area for referral such as the Veterinary College at North Carolina State University in Raleigh.

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ABOUT THE HOSPITAL

• Small animal hospital offering veterinary services, drop-off services, bathing and grooming.
• 6 exam rooms, a large treatment area, 3 wards (canine, feline and isolation), surgical suite and dental table.
• Separate canine and feline entrances and waiting areas with 1 exam room exclusively feline and 1 exclusively canine.
• Feline friendly hospital
• In house laboratory capabilities using IDEXX chemistry and CBC analyzer
• Using the Schick system
• IM3 dental ultrasonic scaler and high speed drill
• Dental area includes 2 dental tables
• Isoflourane gas anesthesia with monitoring equipment including pulse oximetry, blood pressure, ECG, CO2, temperature, heart and respiration rate
• Sound SmartDR Digital Radiography is offered twice monthly by a mobile radiologist
• All emergencies after 6 pm on weekdays and 12 pm on Saturdays are referred to the local emergency hospital
• Complete pharmacy

ABOUT DURHAM COUNTY

Durham, North Carolina is located in the central portion of the state, halfway between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the pristine beaches of North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Both residents and visitors alike enjoy the host of cultural, historical, educational, and natural amenities that Durham has to offer. Our reasonable cost-of-living, first class health care, sports teams, arts, entertainment, shopping options, and an abundance of the natural beauty typical of the Carolina Piedmont all contribute to the high quality of life that “Durhamites” enjoy.

Medical Director -- Leadership Qualities, Responsibilities & Qualifications:

We are looking for someone who will foster a positive, supportive environment that will encourage learning and collaboration across our team. We want someone who instills teamwork! You should be passionate about providing quality medicine, client education, and exceptional service to our loyal clientele.

Advancing Medical Care

• Oversee surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education
• Answer client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures
• Provide oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory
• Establish medical protocols
• Oversee transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor
• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories

Leading Staff and Practice

• Participate in recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, and when appropriate general staff members
• Be passionate about mentoring other Associates
• Monitor Doctor performance and production
• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions
• Ensure all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure

Financial Responsibilities

• Drive revenue and contribute to hospital growth, including managing hospital expenses
• Assist in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget
• Monitors key financial reports
• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement
• Embrace change and support interests within the hospital
• Monitors client service, marketing, and growth initiatives

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of South Carolina
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively
• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success
• Manages time and tasks appropriately
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients