Managing Veterinarian

Small Door is membership-based veterinary care designed with human standards that is better for pets, pet parents, and veterinarians alike. Through our membership model, we deliver exceptional care, 24/7 telemedicine, transparent pricing, and modern hospitality in thoughtfully designed, stress-free spaces.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat pets with illnesses and injuries and counsel clients in pet care; Directly manage, mentor, and develop a team of 1–5 doctors, fostering engagement and growth; Partner with Regional Medical Director and Talent team to recruit, onboard, and retain top-tier veterinary talent; Collaborate with Ops on doctor scheduling to ensure clinical coverage; Uphold Small Door's culture and values to the practice team and to our members; Serve as the clinical point of contact for escalated medical questions or concerns; Ensure that service accessibility (e.g., surgery slots, doctor coverage) aligns with member needs; Uphold Small Door’s hospitality standards in all client interactions; Mentor, manage and oversee doctors relating to their clinical skills and individual performance metrics concerning client satisfaction, teamwork, medical quality, record keeping, and production, and lead regular check-ins with doctors to understand challenges and support professional development; Partner with the Practice Manager to support a positive, collaborative approach between the Member Experience and the Medical Team; Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to foster an environment of open communication, continuous learning, improvement, and excellence; Monitor practice financial performance and work with leadership to achieve budget targets and revenue goals; Manage controlled substances, review practice orders of drugs and supplies, and ensure that the DEA standards are met; Ensure compliance with medical protocols (surgery, dental, diagnostics) and regulatory requirements (DEA, OSHA)

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent with an active state and DEA license, and 5+ years of experience in the field; Takes a professional approach, with excellent interpersonal skills, and a strong communicator; Committed to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the code of ethics; Leader with experience managing a team and interest in mentoring veterinarians; Thrives in team-oriented environment; Champions growth and innovation by inspiring your team, driving performance, and leading change with vision and resilience; Has a ‘glass half full’ attitude and a sense of humor

Benefits

12-20% Performance bonus potential; Opportunity for equity ownership; Health, dental + vision insurance; 401K (plus company match); We never ask doctors to sign non-competes; Upward mobility and growth opportunities; 4 weeks of paid-time off; 12 weeks of parental leave (100% paid); 4 company holidays; Commuter benefits and Monthly Health & Wellness stipend; Costs covered for license renewal and liability insurance fees, along with dues covered for AtDove membership and subscriptions for VIN and Plumbs Pro; Discounted veterinary care for your furry family; An opportunity to make a real impact on the people around you; A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back