Lead Veterinarian

Denver, CO | Stay Veterinary Care Network

Stay Veterinary Concierge Network is looking for a motivated and passionate Lead Veterinarian to provide outstanding veterinary care in the Denver area and work with Stay’s founders to guide practice decisions. Realize your ideal work-life-balance while being able to provide the best, individualized care to your patients within our concierge practice model. At Stay VCN, we pride ourselves on a low pet-to-vet ratio and no daily patient quotas, which allow you to practice your best medicine and be in a low-stress environment.

What to anticipate at Stay VCN:

  • A concierge medical service created to meet the unique needs of each pet and pet parent

  • Fewer daily appointments and pets under care per veterinarian/veterinary nurse

  • At-home examinations and diagnostics combined with surgeries and other procedures at a primary location in our newly renovated home clinic

  • A 24/7 virtual support team available for your patients

  • A dedicated support team empowered to take a more active role in patient care

  • A structured but flexible schedule promoting a healthy work-life balance

  • Opportunities to enhance and grow your skills and career through continuing education support and multiple career paths through the network

  • An innovative organization constantly evolving to create a better environment for veterinary professionals, pets, and pet parents

  • Comprehensive onboarding and training to ensure timely success

  • A supportive culture fostering a collaborative, blame-free environment where everyone strives to improve pet care

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of veterinary nurses in day-to-day practice operations

  • Mentor associate doctors and veterinary nurses to grow as individual performers, leaders, and medical experts

  • Empower the care team to deliver exceptional patient care and prioritize a best-in-class customer experience, ensuring satisfaction and trust among clients and an exemplary customer experience

  • Collaborate with the team to drive overall clinic performance related to medical quality and customer experience

  • Encourage a judgment-free work environment where everyone is empowered to contribute and share ideas to further Stay’s mission

  • Lead initiatives that prioritize the well-being of the clinical team and aim to slow burnout, encourage work-life balance, and enhance the happiness of fellow employees

  • Support with the hiring process of associate veterinarians and veterinary support staff

Qualifications required for application:

  • At least 1 year of experience managing and leading teams of veterinarian professionals, with a minimum of 5 years of experience as a veterinarian

  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary school and completion of requirements to practice in the United States

  • Active license to practice veterinary medicine in Colorado at the start of employment, with a license in good standing and no history of malpractice or disciplinary actions

  • Valid U.S. driver’s license

Compensation & benefits

  • Salary: $140,000-$170,000/yr based on experience

  • Equity (% ownership) considerations

  • No non-compete agreements

  • Annual continuing education allowance and paid CE

  • Paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision

  • Free membership to Stay

  • Employee discounts on ancillary products for pets

  • Employee referral bonus

How to apply

For consideration, please send your resume, short bio, and references to hello@stayvcn.com with the subject line “Stay Job Application”.