What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at Crestwood Animal Hospital?
Description
Medical Director
Crestwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to join our team in Crestwood, KY , a vibrant community just outside of Louisville .
Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? Explore an opportunity to take the lead in shaping the future of medicine while making a lasting impact on our community!
Why Join Us?
As Medical Director, you will lead and manage a thriving hospital, ensuring the highest standards of medical care while fostering an environment of teamwork, innovation, and growth. You'll collaborate with the Operations Leaders, Support Center, and the Practice Manager to operate a productive team, enhance medical quality, elevate the client experience, and optimize business performance. Medical Directors are valued leaders in our hospital, advocating for pets and their quality of life, building professional relationships, and educating clients and the hospital team on all aspects of pet health and the human-animal bond.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Partner with the Practice Manager to mentor, train and develop a high-performing team that delivers outstanding patient care and client service
- Implement and uphold hospital guidelines and best practices to ensure a seamless and exceptional client experience
- Identify obstacles and proactively develop solutions to enhance operational efficiency and productivity
- Play an integral role in hiring, coaching, and mentoring veterinarians and support staff
- Collaborate with the Practice Manager to create and maintain a doctor schedule that balances client demand, PTO and continuing education
- Partner with leadership to develop annual plans, budgets, and productivity goals to drive the hospital's success
- Serve as the bridge between the hospital team, clients, and leadership, ensuring transparency and alignment
- Promote an environment where team members feel valued, empowered, and inspired to excel
Clinical & Operational Impact
About Our Hospital
Crestwood Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited , multi-doctor general practice located in beautiful Oldham County. We are Feline Friendly and uphold a Fear-Free environment for our patients. Our belief in building relationships with our clients allows us to provide the best care possible for the pets in the community. In addition to high-quality medicine, dentistry and surgery, we are proud to offer physical rehabilitation, acupuncture and care for exotic pets . Our veterinarians leverage cutting-edge technology including digital radiography, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, and an underwater treadmill to enhance patient outcomes. At Crestwood, we value teamwork, demonstrate integrity, and foster a positive culture where each team member feels supported.
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We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
