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Are you ready to join a fun, vibrant, and passionate team in the heart of Beaverton, OR? WellHaven Pet Health of Cedar Hills seeks a dynamic Principal Doctor to be part of our AAHA-accredited and Fear-Free certified hospital. Our state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide exceptional care and create a comfortable environment for our furry patients.

Located in the Pacific Northwest, Beaverton is a charming community that offers a friendly small-town atmosphere with all the amenities of a larger city. Throughout the year, you'll find a calendar full of exciting events and adventures, ensuring there's always something fun happening. Beaverton has local festivals, outdoor concerts, and community gatherings. You'll discover a strong sense of community that is rare in today's busy world. It remains a walkable city, allowing you to explore the charming streets, visit local shops, and engage with the welcoming residents.

At WellHaven Pet Health of Cedar Hills, we believe in work-life balance (30 hours is FT!) and offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample professional growth and development opportunities. Beaverton is also surrounded by natural beauty, with nearby parks and trails for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Job Summary

The Principal Doctor oversees and is accountable for all aspects of the hospital and ensures a high quality of veterinary care, client service, employee well-being, and productivity of the veterinary medical team. S/he ensures an effective and efficient hospital environment, a welcoming, inclusive, and fun culture, medical quality, and business performance of the hospital. S/he leads and guides a team of paraprofessionals to ensure the hospital meets safety and regulations set by the DEA and OSHA and adheres to the veterinary medical board requirements per their state.

Key Accountabilities

• Provides consistent, high-quality medical care and exceptional service to patients and clients.
• Partner with Practice Manager (PM) and colleague doctors
• Develop annual planning, budgeting, and hospital productivity levels.
• Interview, develop coach, and mentor associates.
• Have an effective communications strategy and techniques so all employees are informed, engaged, and have opportunities to provide/receive feedback.
• Maximize hospital efficiency, profit, productivity, and business performance of the hospital.
• Address and resolve client and employee conflicts.
• Direct, lead, train, and mentor Associate Doctor(s)
• Practice veterinary medicine in a manner compliant with the following:
• State Veterinary Practice Act
• Federal and/or State Controlled Substance laws
• WellHaven Code of Ethics and company policies
• OSHA and DEA regulations and safety standards

Required Qualifications

•State Veterinary Board License current and must be in good standing

•Doctor of Veterinary Medicine or equivalent

•Current USDA Accreditation (preferred but not required)

•Previous owner of a hospital practice or equivalent management experience of years practicing as a DVM in a hospital setting (preferred but not required)

•Have experience in training associate doctors and paraprofessional staff

Physical Requirements

•Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

•Able to restrain, handle, and work well with patients (i.e., dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, etc.)

•Employee is routinely exposed to various patients that may bite or scratch and, on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication/controlled substances.

On and Off-Site Work Options

All work must be done on-site or at an approved outside hospital/event location, not at home.