Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center – Kenosha is a Specialty & Emergency facility located in beautiful Southeastern Wisconsin. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Medical Director to lead our dedicated team. At WVRC, we prioritize the human-animal bond for our patients and clients, while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment for our staff.

Position Overview: The Medical Director's primary role is to ensure the delivery of high-quality, compassionate, and comprehensive veterinary care. This leadership position involves maintaining a positive, professional work environment and upholding the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Working closely with the Hospital Director (HD), the Medical Director acts as a medical subject matter expert, oversees the doctor team, and drives operational excellence.

Entrepreneurial Growth and Flexibility: The Medical Director at WVRC-Kenosha has a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic growth of the practice. We value an entrepreneurial spirit and encourage innovative ideas to enhance and expand our services. The position offers flexibility for the Medical Director to play a key role in shaping the future of the practice, identifying growth opportunities, and implementing initiatives that align with our mission and values.

Core Job Duties:

Medical and Service Quality:

·       Oversees provision of medical care, supporting innovation and cutting-edge practices.

·       Develops and maintains medical policies, including infection control and patient safety.

·       Investigates patient safety concerns and supports quality improvement initiatives.

·       Champions a patient and client-centric approach through policy development.

·       Addresses client and RDVM complaints professionally and in a timely manner.

·       Provides clinical leadership by example, ensuring high-quality medicine and outstanding client experiences.

Team Development:

·       Develops a team-oriented approach to patient care in collaboration with the Hospital Director.

·       Recruits and retains high-quality Veterinarians, overseeing engagement and retention metrics.

·       Conducts annual performance evaluations and manages concerns regarding DVM performance.

·       Supports internal and external medical educational opportunities, mentorship, and development plans.

·       Leads staff meetings.

Community and Communication:

·       Ensures effective communication within the hospital and fosters positive relationships with referring veterinarians.

·       Monitors work email for pertinent information and maintains a respectful and inclusive hospital environment.

·       Represents the hospital at external meetings and other leadership opportunities.

Hospital Operations and Compliance:

·       Oversees a minimum of 8+ doctors, support staff is supervised by Hospital Director.

·       25% administrative time, 75% clinical.

·       Schedule: Can offer a set schedule, but we ask for a grace in flexibility as-needed to attend to the hospital’s needs.

·       Manages hospital budget and Cap Ex in partnership with the HD.

·       Identifies areas for growth and develops plans for new services.

·       Provides medical input into hospital development, marketing, and equipment selection.

·       Ensures timely and accurate completion of medical records and compliance with regulations.

·       Attends leadership training and maintains compliance with state and federal regulations.

Required Qualifications:

·       DVM or equivalent degree.

·       Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Wisconsin.

·       Excellent organizational, administrative, and leadership skills.

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

·       Previous administrative experience.

·       Minimum of five years of clinical practice experience.

·       Advanced leadership training.

·       Experience mentoring and teaching junior veterinarians.

While you're busy supporting your Kenosha team, click here to meet the Medical Operations Team that will be there to support you! 

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Location: WVRC-Kenosha is situated in Southeastern Wisconsin less than 1 hour south of Milwaukee and just ~ 1.5 hours north of Chicago making it a spectacular place to call home. Perfect location without the high cost of living!

Compensation/ Benefits:

·       Competitive compensation package.  Generous base pay, PLUS a top-of-market 25% production, PLUS a $50,000.00 management stipend per year paid out bi-weekly, PLUS a $25,000.00 signing bonus.

·       401K with employer match.

·       Ample PTO and CE allowance.

·       Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

Application Process:

• First: 45 min-1 hour interview with the Senior Recruiter (contact email is below). 
• Second: 1 hour phone conversation with your future partner, the WVRC-Kenosha Hospital Director; Andrea Bartelt. 
• Third:  Phone interview with the Operations Division Leader, Shannon Mayer. 
• Final:  In-person site visit to meet the Kenosha team.  

Contact: For inquiries, please email Kristin.Rivera@Ethosvet.com.

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Must be in good standing with a current Wisconsin veterinary license or eligible. A strong work ethic, passion for emergency medicine, and the ability to work collaboratively are essential. Surgical experience or interest is a plus.

About Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center - Kenosha

Ethos Veterinary Health (“Ethos”) consists of over 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals dedicated to advancing animal health and providing exceptional, compassionate care. With a network of over 2,000 specialty and emergency caregivers, Ethos brings together an integrated community of expertise and collaboration enabling continuous growth and learning. As one of the largest veterinary specialty networks, Ethos takes a scientific, evidence-based approach to lead the advancement of cutting-edge medicine to extend and improve the lives of pets. For more information, visit www.ethosvet.com. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals.

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