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Veterinarian

J926541 Sparks Nevada Sparks USD180K / Year

An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinarian to become Medical Director of a brand-new urgent care hospital in Sparks, NV, taking a leading role in building the clinical team, culture and standards from the ground up.

With compensation up to $180,000, performance-based bonuses and an immediate pathway to equity without an upfront financial investment, this is a particularly exciting opportunity for a veterinarian looking to combine hands-on medicine with leadership and the potential for long-term practice ownership.

The Hospital

This new veterinary urgent care hospital is being developed to provide high-quality, accessible care for pets requiring prompt medical attention outside the scope of routine general practice.

As a new facility, the hospital will feature modern clinical spaces and advanced veterinary equipment, supported by experienced operational and leadership teams. This provides the Medical Director with the opportunity to influence how the hospital functions from the beginning while still having the infrastructure and resources needed to focus on medicine, people and patient care.

The urgent care model will provide exposure to a varied caseload while avoiding the overnight schedule commonly associated with traditional emergency medicine.

The environment will be built around:
•High-quality urgent veterinary care
•Same-day and time-sensitive medical cases
•Modern diagnostic capabilities
•Advanced veterinary equipment
•Efficient patient triage and case management
•Hands-on clinical medicine
•Collaborative case management
•Strong technical and operational support
•Efficient clinical workflows
•Excellent client communication
•Evidence-based medical standards
•Veterinary mentorship and development
•Leadership support from experienced DVMs
•Flexible scheduling
•No overnight shifts
•Continued professional development

The Leadership Opportunity

As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the hospital from its earliest stages, establishing a positive clinical culture and creating an environment in which both veterinarians and support staff can perform at their best.

You'll remain actively involved in patient care while providing medical leadership across the hospital.

Key responsibilities will include:
•Establishing and maintaining high clinical standards
•Helping develop medical protocols and workflows
•Providing hands-on urgent care medicine
•Supporting diagnostic and treatment planning
•Leading by example in patient and client care
•Mentoring and developing veterinarians
•Supporting the development of the technical team
•Promoting collaborative case discussion
•Helping establish an effective hospital culture
•Supporting recruitment and onboarding
•Working alongside operational leadership
•Identifying opportunities to improve clinical efficiency
•Maintaining appropriate medical records and compliance standards
•Supporting continued professional development
•Contributing to the hospital's growth and long-term strategy
•Taking meaningful ownership over clinical decision-making
For a veterinarian with an entrepreneurial mindset, the position also provides an immediate opportunity to earn equity and work toward practice ownership without an initial financial investment.

Benefits

•Compensation up to $180,000
•Performance-based bonus opportunities
•Immediate pathway to equity and practice ownership
•No upfront financial investment required for the equity opportunity
•Employer-paid medical insurance
•Dental insurance options
•Vision insurance options
•Life insurance options
•401(k) retirement plan with employer match
•Paid time off
•Paid parental leave
•Company holidays
•Flexible scheduling
•No overnight shifts
•Continuing education allowance
•VIN membership
•Nevada veterinary licensing support
•Professional fees covered
•Professional liability coverage
•Student loan assistance
•Relocation assistance
•Employee wellness resources
•Employee assistance program
•Access to experienced DVM mentors
•Dedicated leadership and operational support
•Continued professional development

Sparks, NV

Sparks offers an appealing combination of community living, outdoor recreation and immediate access to the wider Reno-Tahoe region. Located alongside Reno in the Truckee Meadows, the city provides convenient everyday amenities while the Sierra Nevada creates an impressive backdrop and extensive opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

Locally, the Sparks Marina and surrounding trails provide easy access to walking, running and water activities. Further afield, the region offers hiking, mountain biking, fishing, boating and skiing, with Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada within reach for days off and weekend trips.

Sparks also benefits from close proximity to Reno's restaurants, entertainment, shopping and travel connections while retaining its own distinct community atmosphere. For a veterinarian seeking career growth, outdoor living and access to the Reno-Tahoe lifestyle, it offers an excellent place to build both a career and a life.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k