Lead clinical teams and shape standards of care as Area Chief of Staff (Veterinarian) in Jacksonville, FL, with compensation up to $196,000. This hospital-based leadership role combines hands-on medicine with multi-site coaching, quality oversight, and team development.
The Hospital - Established small-animal clinic in a convenient retail-based setting with ample free parking and easy client access. - Busy, steady client flow supported by a collaborative culture and consistent, predictable shift patterns that include some weekend coverage. - Team-based environment with veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians/technologists, and client service coordinators. - Facilities include dedicated exam rooms, in-house diagnostics and laboratory capabilities, dental care services, and a surgical suite for routine procedures. - Emphasis on preventive care, client education, and efficient, coordinated workflows within a supportive, training-focused environment.
Location Jacksonville combines coastal living with big-city opportunity, offering diverse neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and a strong employer base. - Florida’s largest city by population with a growing labor market and broad career potential. - Diverse residential options from urban downtown to quiet suburbs and beach communities. - Atlantic coast beaches, the St. Johns River, and extensive parks and nature preserves for year-round outdoor activities. - Major employers in healthcare, finance, logistics, and the public sector, including significant Navy installations and a leading Atlantic port. - Expanding air travel options via Jacksonville International Airport. - Cultural highlights such as the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, MOSH, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, and the historic Riverside/Avondale district. - Access to local universities and colleges that support a strong talent pipeline. - More affordable than many other Florida coastal metros.
Benefits - Base compensation with production-based incentives - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) with company match - Generous paid time off and paid holidays - Continuing education allowance with paid CE days - Reimbursement for professional dues and license fees - Professional liability coverage - Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance - Parental leave and employee assistance/mental health support - Uniform allowance - Relocation assistance considered - Structured leadership development and clear career pathways
The Role - Provides medical leadership for a local group of hospitals, ensuring consistent, high-quality, patient- and client-centered care. - Serves as a hospital-based, working leader, balancing clinical duties with coaching and operational oversight. - Partners with practice leadership to achieve clinical quality metrics and operational goals. - Conducts medical record reviews, quality audits, and patient safety event reviews; implements action plans to address gaps. - Oversees onboarding, coaching, and skills development for veterinarians, including surgical and dental competencies. - Ensures regulatory compliance, including controlled substance management and required permits. - Supports recruiting efforts and provides an excellent experience for candidates and student externs. - Promotes preventive care and effective client communication, assisting with resolution of care-related concerns. - Manages medical equipment needs and maintenance in coordination with leadership. - Works a consistent schedule that may include periodic weekend coverage and local travel between assigned hospitals.
Requirements - DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent) - Active license to practice veterinary medicine in Florida (or eligibility prior to start) - DEA registration (or eligibility) - Eligibility to work in the United States - Several years of small-animal clinical experience, including proficiency in routine surgery and dentistry - Demonstrated leadership experience coaching veterinarians and teams; multi-site leadership experience is advantageous - Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; comfortable in a fast-paced clinic setting - Proficiency with medical records, data review, and practice management software - Commitment to collaborative, inclusive team culture and continuous improvement
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Benefits
Competitive Salary, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance
Jacksonville 
Florida 
USD129K
- USD196K / Year
Competitive Salary, 
Medical insurance, 
Relocation assistance
