General Information Ref: 46760 Department: Veterinarian Job Site: Canyon Ridge Animal Hospital Date Published: 12-31-2025
Pay Class: Full-Time Base Min: $150,000 Base Max: $190,000
Description & Requirements
Company Overview At Canyon Ridge Animal Hospital, our mission is to deliver gold-standard care to every patient and client. We are honored to be an AAHA-accredited practice, a designation reflecting our dedication to the highest standards of medical excellence. This dedication is recognized by our community, evidenced by our outstanding 4.9-star Google rating. If you are ready to do your best work alongside collaborative teammates who share your passion for patient care, this is the environment waiting for you in Henderson. You will be joining a supportive network committed to your professional development. While we maintain a local established identity, we are backed by resources designed to help all teammates grow and succeed. This means you will have access to internal specialty consultations to support complex cases and programs are in place to help you achieve your career goals. Whether your ambition is to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or master a new surgical technique, we invest in our teammates so you can excel at every stage of your career.
Quality Medicine Quality medicine is the clear focus at Canyon Ridge Animal Hospital. This is not a high-volume, quick-service practice; it is a place where comprehensive patient evaluation and lasting client relationships come first. You will have the opportunity to expand your skill set utilizing advanced diagnostic tools, including in-house Ultrasound. Our hospital also supports complex surgical procedures, notably Orthopedics, ensuring that you can consistently practice a high level of contemporary veterinary medicine. We provide the equipment and clinical freedom necessary for you to truly excel.
Henderson, Nevada Henderson, Nevada offers an exceptional quality of life, just minutes from the excitement of Las Vegas but grounded in a friendly, thriving community setting. Located in the beautiful Mojave Desert, you will have year-round access to unparalleled outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, and boating on Lake Mead. The area boasts excellent amenities and a suburban feel that makes it an ideal place to establish roots and truly enjoy your time away from the hospital.
Job Description Your Impact as a Medical Lead Veterinarian
As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.
Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team
You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals, including production and PCT, and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
Role Model Medical Excellence
You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
Drive Hospital Performance
In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
Foster a Culture of Growth
You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
Be an Ambassador
You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.
Requirements
Responsibilities and Benefits
How Youre Supported
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader so you can focus on your team and your medicine.
Generous Compensation
A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage, including:
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3 years, 50% on the next 2 years) plus Long and Short-Term Disability insurance.
Leadership & Clinical Growth
Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.
Clinical Tracks Program
Access over 50 hours of in-depth RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology facilitated by veterinary specialists.
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.
Peace of Mind
Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis, so they can focus on what matters most - the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the Award-Winning Culture
The WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow - drive the award-winning culture at Mission Pet Health. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement
Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.