A patient-centric dedication to medicine and a client-centric approach to achieving it.
Someone who can take pleasure and find accomplishment in the variety, challenges, and value of emergency medicine.
Someone who understands and values the expertise and skills of their technical staff. Able to rely on technicians and assistants and value them and their knowledge.
Possesses the ability to problem-solve and think outside-the-box.
Confident enough to follow their instincts and evidence, with the flexibility required to adjust when indicated.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Good at conflict resolution skills with clients & staff.
Able to work independently but clear when to seek guidance.
Good basic medical knowledge.
Someone dedicated to life-long learning and humble enough to be open to new and changing medical knowledge.
Good physical exam and diagnostic skills.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize what to focus on.
Comfortable with having to accommodate new or changing priorities.
Able to manage stress in a positive manner.
Reliable to show up on time ready to practice regardless.
Good communication skills with staff and clients, including the ability to listen and hear someone else’s point-of-view.
Ethical in all aspects of practicing medicine.
Willing to take instruction and direction from other doctors and staff when appropriate.
Collaborative and team-focused.
Potential Leaders will also have:
Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
Be comfortable being challenged and open to new ideas.
Be dedicated to the success of everyone they are mentoring.
They possess an advanced level of medical knowledge and experience.
A desire to create and inspire a work environment dedicated to excellent veterinary care.
Be someone who enjoys the time they spend supporting the learning and advancement of others.
Be someone uncomfortable with complacency and stagnation.
Be someone who takes pleasure in teaching and learning.