Medical Lead

You are invited to join the highly respected Intermountain Pet Hospitals in Meridian, Idaho, where quality medicine is the foundation of everything we do. Our dedication to excellence is demonstrated by our designation as an AAHA Certified practice, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards of veterinary care. Furthermore, our veterinarians are Fear Free Certified, ensuring we focus on patient comfort and low-stress handling in all interactions. The community recognizes this commitment, honoring us with an excellent 4.7-star Google rating. If you are ready to put your passion for medicine into practice alongside a collaborative and experienced team, this is where you can do your best work. Joining Intermountain Pet Hospitals means becoming a key member of a well-established practice dedicated to mutual support. We prioritize an environment where every teammate feels valued and can succeed professionally. While we focus on localized support, as part of a larger network, you benefit from a culture that actively promotes education and internal advancement. We are looking for collaborative individuals ready to step into a fast-paced environment that offers same-day appointments and urgent care services, ensuring you are constantly developing your clinical skills alongside supportive colleagues. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive, sophisticated medical services for small animals and exotic pets. Your scope of practice here will be broad, encompassing essential Wellness and Prevention, advanced Testing and Diagnostics, and complex Surgical Procedures. The ability to handle high-level cases is paramount, especially since we offer dedicated Urgent Care services and advanced care options. Our commitment to AAHA standards means we operate with the best protocols and equipment, allowing you to focus completely on providing exceptional patient care without compromising standards. Intermountain Pet Hospitals is located in Meridian, Idaho, a location that offers significant opportunity to expand your veterinary career. We are conveniently located to serve a growing client base that relies on us for extended weekday hours, which translates to diverse case exposure for our professional teammates. You will be working within a community that has consistently shown its trust in our team, evidenced by our high client ratings, making this an ideal place to establish yourself and build lasting professional relationships.

Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.
  
  

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.
• Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).
• Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth-oriented culture.
  
  

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.

Generous Compensation

A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.

Leadership & Clinical Growth

Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.

Clinical Tracks Program

Access over 50 hours of in-depth, RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology, facilitated by veterinary specialists.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.