Medical Director - Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills

As the Medical Director at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills, your primary responsibilities include overseeing clinical operations, mentoring veterinary staff, ensuring excellent patient care, and leading a high-performing team. You will work collaboratively with technicians and assistants, manage schedules, and implement best practices within our AAHA-accredited facility.

Candidates for the Medical Director position at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills should hold a valid DVM license in the United States and possess strong leadership skills. Experience in mentoring and managing a veterinary team is essential, as well as a deep commitment to fostering collaboration and clinical excellence.

The Medical Director role at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills offers a generous compensation package, including a base salary of $140,000-$160,000+, a robust CE allowance, PTO, 401(k) matching, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and exclusive invitations to leadership events like Encore Vet Group’s Ovation.

Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills emphasizes work-life balance by offering flexible scheduling options for the Medical Director, allowing for a schedule of four full days a week with some Saturdays. We support our staff's mental health and encourage vibrant lives outside the hospital, ensuring you can enjoy both your career and personal time.

The Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills is equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities, including surgical and radiology rooms, an in-house laboratory, digital X-ray, ultrasound, and more. We prioritize a clean, welcoming environment conducive to outstanding patient care.

While answering this question, provide specific examples of your leadership experiences, emphasizing collaboration, mentorship, and fostering a positive work culture. Highlight how your style can benefit both staff and patient care at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills.

Discuss your strategies for maintaining high-quality care, such as efficient team communication, setting clear expectations, and continually monitoring staff performance. Be sure to mention your commitment to AAHA standards at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills.

Share your approach to mentorship, including one-on-one coaching, skills training sessions, and providing constructive feedback. Explain how you tailor your mentoring style to meet the diverse needs of your team members.

Outline your methods for prioritization, such as creating short and long-term goals, delegation, and regular check-ins with your team. Emphasize your ability to balance operational oversight with direct patient care.

Provide a specific example of a challenging case. Discuss your decision-making process, collaboration with staff, and how you achieved a positive outcome. Show your problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.

Demonstrate your knowledge of the Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills by discussing its commitment to collaboration, a supportive environment, and focus on employee growth. Relate how your own values align with the hospital’s mission.

Describe your conflict resolution strategies, emphasizing the importance of open communication and mediation. Provide an example where you successfully resolved a dispute, focusing on constructive outcomes.

Express your belief in the importance of ongoing education and professional development. Discuss how you have pursued CE opportunities in the past and encourage a culture of learning within your team.

Talk about the resources you utilize to stay current, such as journals, conferences, and professional networks. Highlight how you integrate new information into your practice and share it with your team.

Explain your passion for leadership in veterinary medicine and what excites you about the opportunity at Animal Hospital of Shawnee Hills. Mention their values, community involvement, and your desire to contribute to their mission.