EXOTICS DEPARTMENT HEAD 

We are looking for a board-certified/residency trained Exotics Veterinarian who is patient-focused, has excellent organization, teamwork and communication skills, and embodies our core values to join our non-corporate Primary Care, Emergency, and Specialty hospital as the Head of our Exotics Department. The successful candidate will be a knowledgeable and skilled Exotics practitioner who can communicate effectively with all members of the Department and hospital, including delegation of tasks and follow-up to promote the growth of the Department and hospital. The Exotics Department Head reports to the Medical Director and the Exotics Veterinarians report to the Exotics Department Head.

Our Exotics Department consists of 3 Exotics Veterinarians, 1 Veterinary Technician Specialist in Companion Animal Exotics, and several dedicated veterinary technicians and assistants.

Mount Laurel Animal Hospital offers numerous specialties including Anesthesiology, Avian & Exotics, Behavioral Medicine, Cardiology, Clinical Pathology, Critical Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, and Specialty Surgery!

Our veterinary hospital has an amazing staff and a unique culture, and we are looking for someone to exemplify our core values, BE EPIC: we Believe in Empowerment, Empathy, Professionalism, Integrity, and Collaboration.

We are well staffed with 200 support staff and highly trained veterinary technicians, including several veterinary technician specialists spanning multiple specialties, such as Anesthesia, Dentistry, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency and Critical Care, Exotics, and Oncology.

We are fully equipped with a 64 Slice CT scanner, 1.5 Tesla MRI, fluoroscopy, endoscopic equipment, a fully integrated in-house laboratory, advanced and minimally invasive surgical suites, ultrasound, digital radiography, therapy laser, surgical laser, oxygen cages, chemotherapy hood, and fully stocked pharmacy.

Our veterinary hospital is located in Mount Laurel, NJ which is a convenient 20-25 minute commute from Philadelphia. We are located 1 hour from New York City and the New Jersey shore towns, making our area an excellent choice for work and play!

We offer a competitive annual Base Salary with Production, Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance, 401K matching, Relocation Assistance, CE Allowance, Professional Membership Dues, Generous PTO Policy, Negotiable Work Schedule, and more. Our Benefits Package also includes Benefits Concierge, Medical and Prescription benefit plan options, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Health Care Advocate, Payroll Concierge, Fitness/Wellness Marketplace, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Referral and Employee Discount Programs.

RESPONSIBILITES:

The Exotics Department Head is responsible for providing leadership to the Exotics department and ensuring compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine and the hospital’s standards of care by department team members. The Exotics Department Head is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine is delivered.

Under the direction of Medical Director and Hospital Owner, the Exotics Department Head will collaborate with the other Department Heads to plan, direct, and coordinate positive change within the Exotics Department and MLAH and oversee the standards of care and profitable operations of the Exotics Department. Department Heads play a significant role in fulfilling MLAH's mission, vision, and core values as well as helping create direction for the practice.

The Department Head may be required to work additional hours beyond a regular clinical work schedule to accomplish the duties of the Specialty Department Head position.

If you are interested in learning more about Mount Laurel Animal Hospital and this exciting opportunity, we invite you to visit our website https://mlahvet.com/beepic/ and submit your application today! Alternatively, you may contact our Co-Owner Dr. Christopher Torre (ctorre@mlahvet.com) or our Medical Director Dr. Erika Krick (ekrick@mlahvet.com).

At Mount Laurel Animal Hospital, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that is inclusive and free from discrimination. We strictly prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, training, working conditions, and termination. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and are committed to upholding this fundamental policy.