Veterinarian Co-Medical Director | South Shreveport Animal Hospital
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Co-Medical Director (DVM) | South Shreveport Animal Clinic | Shreveport, Louisiana
Leadership Opportunity | Full-Time | No On-Call or Emergency Hours
South Shreveport Animal Clinic is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Co-Medical Director to join our established small animal veterinary practice in Shreveport, Louisiana.
We're looking for a personable and motivated DVM with 3+ years of clinical experience who is passionate about patient care, team development, and helping shape the future of a thriving community-focused practice.
As Co-Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to
- Provide clinical leadership while maintaining an active caseload
- Mentor and support fellow veterinarians and support staff
- Collaborate on medical protocols, patient care standards, and hospital initiatives
- Promote a culture of teamwork, learning, and accountability
- Help drive hospital growth while preserving the compassionate care our clients value
- Balance leadership responsibilities with hands-on veterinary medicine
Core Competencies
- Small Animal Medicine
- Companion Animal Care
- Preventive Veterinary Medicine
- Veterinary Diagnostics
- Soft Tissue Surgery
- Veterinary Dentistry
- Wellness & Preventive Care
- Client Communication & Education
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Medical Record Documentation
- Patient Advocacy
- Team Collaboration
- Veterinary Mentorship
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Compassionate Patient Care
What We're Looking For
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Louisiana
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience
- Passion for client education and preventive medicine
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care
- Interest in mentoring and supporting fellow team members is a plus
What We Offer
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Flexible schedule with no on-call or after-hours emergencies
- Generous paid time off
- Mentorship opportunities for new graduates and early-career veterinarians
- Skilled and fully utilized support staff
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Annual continuing education allowance with paid CE days
- Professional development assistance
- AVMA PLIT coverage
- Paid licensing fees and professional dues
- Collaboration with an experienced Medical Advisory Board
- Medical autonomy to pursue your clinical interests and professional growth
Why South Shreveport Animal Clinic?
Founded in 1985, South Shreveport Animal Clinic has built a reputation for delivering exceptional veterinary care with compassion and integrity.
South Shreveport Animal Hospital is a well-established small animal practice that has been serving the community for decades. The hospital offers a clean, modern environment equipped with digital radiography, dental radiography, in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment, surgical laser technology, ultrasound capabilities, and a spacious surgery suite. Every exam room is equipped with monitors for convenient image review, allowing for efficient client communication and patient care.
Our experienced medical team values collaboration, mentorship, and continual growth. Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking to expand your surgical caseload or a doctor who enjoys learning alongside supportive colleagues, you'll find a team that genuinely enjoys working together. We believe in utilizing our highly skilled technicians, allowing our veterinarians to practice at the top of their license while maintaining a balanced schedule with dedicated surgery time and protected lunch breaks.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a hospital that is actively investing in its future. As our practice continues to grow, we're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys helping shape protocols, contributing ideas, and being part of a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional medicine. We would especially love to meet a doctor with an interest in surgery, dentistry, and soft tissue procedures, while orthopedic experience would be an added bonus.
Why Shreveport?
Shreveport offers the perfect blend of affordability, outdoor recreation, and Southern hospitality. Residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life with the conveniences of a larger city, including excellent restaurants, live entertainment, museums, an aquarium, theater, and a symphony orchestra.
Outdoor enthusiasts can spend weekends fishing or boating along the Red River, exploring nearby parks, or hunting throughout the region. Sports fans can catch local hockey games, while those looking for nightlife can enjoy the city's casinos, festivals, and growing food scene.
With excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a low cost of living, Shreveport provides an outstanding quality of life-making it easy to build both a rewarding veterinary career and a fulfilling life outside the hospital.
Why You'll Love Practicing Here
- Collaborative, experienced medical team
- Strong, highly utilized RVT support
- Modern equipment including digital and dental radiography, ultrasound, surgical laser, and in-house laboratory
- Dedicated surgery days and a balanced appointment schedule
- Opportunity to help shape the future growth of a well-established hospital
- Large boarding facility with separate feline accommodations
- Supportive culture that values teamwork, mentorship, and high-quality medicine
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a veterinary hospital where collaboration, mentorship, work-life balance, and high-quality medicine are truly valued, we'd love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about joining South Shreveport Animal Clinic!
Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.
Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
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