Hospital Medical Leader (veterinarian)

Mayfair Animal Hospital & ER in Wauwatosa, WI, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care and providing a supportive, collaborative environment where you can do your best work. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of veterinary excellence and integrity, ensuring that we are always pushing the boundaries of medical quality. We specialize in both comprehensive general practice services and critical emergency and urgent care, offering you the diversity and challenge you are looking for in your next role. When you join the Mayfair Animal Hospital team, you become part of a culture centered on learning and long-term professional development. Whether you aspire to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or master a new surgical technique, we provide the resources and mentorship necessary for you to succeed. The quality of medicine practiced at Mayfair Animal Hospital is rooted in advanced diagnostic capabilities and compassionate, comprehensive care. Working here means access to modern equipment essential for managing complex emergency and urgent cases. Our medical leadership actively encourages case collaboration, and you will have access to internal specialty consultation opportunities to help manage complicated patient needs. This commitment to continuous education ensures that you are always expanding your knowledge base and maintaining the highest standard of care expected of an AAHA-accredited facility. Wauwatosa, or \"Tosa\" as locals call it, offers an appealing mix of historic charm and modern convenience just minutes from downtown Milwaukee. Known for its tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and vibrant village area filled with boutique shops and local eateries, Wauwatosa provides a high quality of life. If you enjoy a community feel with easy access to big-city amenities, including professional sports, museums, and Lake Michigan, Wauwatosa is the ideal location for you to establish your home base. Additional Hospital Information & Who We are Looking For:  Mayfair Animal Hospital & ER is seeking a Medical Lead and is open to experienced ER veterinarians as well as board-certified or residency-trained specialists (Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery) interested in stepping into a leadership role. Our hospital is well-equipped and designed for advanced medicine, allowing you to step in and make an immediate impact. • Interest In: Small-animal general practice medicine including wellness exams, preventative care, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, senior care, pain management, and client education with leadership involvement in urgent and emergency care workflows. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys both practicing high-quality medicine and helping guide clinical standards, case management, and team development in a dynamic GP + urgent care environment. • Medical Lead / Leadership Role: We are seeking an experienced veterinarian interested in stepping into a Medical Lead (Lead DVM) role . This position blends hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring associate veterinarians, collaborating with hospital leadership, supporting medical protocols, and helping foster a positive, collaborative culture. Prior leadership experience is a plus but not required for the right candidate with strong communication skills and a desire to lead by example. Medical Lead Role Snapshot This is a primarily clinical role , with focused leadership responsibilities centered on medical quality, standards, and direction for the hospital. Collaborate closely with technicians and support staff to ensure efficient, high-quality patient care Lead by example on the floor, modeling excellent medicine, professionalism, and client communication Medical Lead / Leader of Medicine Responsibilities (10–20%) Serve as the medical leader for the hospital, helping guide clinical standards, protocols, and quality-of-care initiatives Support consistency in medical decision-making and case management across the doctor team Act as a clinical sounding board for complex cases, protocol questions, and medical direction Promote a culture of medical excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement • Supportive, Experienced Technical & Clinical Team: Work alongside a highly skilled technician and support team experienced in both general practice and urgent/emergency workflows. The Medical Lead will partner closely with staff to promote efficient case flow, strong medical standards, and excellent patient and client experiences. • Layout Specifics: AAHA-accredited, full-service hospital featuring multiple exam rooms, treatment areas, surgical and dental suites, in-house laboratory, digital radiology, in-house pharmacy, and infrastructure designed to support both scheduled appointments and urgent/emergency cases — allowing the Medical Lead to practice and guide full-scope medicine. • Collaborative Leadership Environment: The Medical Lead will work in close partnership with hospital management and regional clinical leadership to support medical quality, mentorship, and team engagement. Patient Mix: A diverse and engaging caseload including wellness and preventative care, same-day urgent visits, and emergency cases. The Medical Lead will help guide medical decision-making while remaining clinically active, maintaining credibility and connection with the day-to-day flow of the hospital. Website: Location: 11637 W. If you are an experienced veterinarian looking to grow into a leadership role while continuing to practice high-quality medicine, we’d love to connect. For confidential consideration, please send your resume to Katie Shaffer at: All applications and conversations are upheld with the utmost discretion and professionalism.   Located just minutes from downtown Milwaukee, Wauwatosa offers a welcoming community with easy access to city amenities, lakefront recreation, dining, breweries, and cultural events all while maintaining a comfortable suburban feel. With a reasonable cost of living, short commutes, and a strong sense of community, the Milwaukee area provides an excellent lifestyle for experienced veterinarians ready to grow their careers and leadership impact. Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health. Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards. Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine. How You're 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. Generous Compensation Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual . Total Wellbeing Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access. Financial Health Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship. The Power of a Network Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests. Peace of Mind Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine. 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. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #