Head Veterinarian | Groomy Pet

United Al Saqer Group View all jobs

  • Abu Dhabi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Groomy Pet is a veterinary facility looking for a UAE SMALL ANIMAL LICENSED VETERINARIAN with enthusiasm for small animals. Foreign candidates with a good background in small animal veterinary medicine will be considered. As a Veterinary Doctor, you will provide medical care and treatment to animals in a veterinary clinic or hospital. Your role will involve diagnosing and treating illnesses, conducting surgical procedures, and providing preventive care for pets and livestock. You will also be responsible for counseling pet owners on animal care, vaccination schedules, and nutrition.Key Responsibilities:Develop and manage the following areas and activities:
  • Creation of schedules for the facility ensuring that all the medical services are covered.
  • Leadership over the medical team and reporting directly to the general manager.
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Basic orthopedic surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Internal medicine, Sportive medicine/Ophthalmology/dermatology/nutrition consultations
  • To be familiar and develop knowledge with alternative treatments (physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, laser…) under the direction of the Head Veterinarian.
  • Ensure the client relationship by providing best communication, medical records updates, treatments and follow up.
You will be required to cover most of these areas of expertise, but also:
  • To be the guidance/teacher of the other staff such as nurses, handlers and students.
  • Providing clinical support across the clinic, ensuring the provision of the best practice patient care.
  • Working with the management to improve the strategies to manage the patient flow.
  • Leading clinical standards and continue to build the culture of collaboration and excellence.
  • Fostering and supporting the highest quality of teaching and mentoring of clinic staff that may need veterinary support such as nurses and handlers.
  • Working closely with all colleagues and nurture a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
  • Ensuring compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies and procedures.
  • To be the guidance of the intern veterinarians and students in all the veterinary medicine related activities.
  • Providing support across veterinary area, ensuring the provision of the best practice patient care.
  • Foster innovation by ensuring that Groomy Pet continuously meets the highest international standards of the industry in terms of new physiotherapy treatments and activities.
  • Proposing any potential business expansion opportunities according to real time market demand and status.
About the Company:is a leading and revolutionizing pet grooming facility with a focus on natural products and personalized care for each pet. Our comprehensive services include haircuts, deshedding, paw pad shaves, sanitary trims, eye and ear cleaning, and precise nail trimming.Committed to providing a calm and stress-free atmosphere, Groomy ensures pets have a positive grooming experience.is dedicated to creating a nurturing experience that helps pets look and feel their best!Required Qualifications:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.Valid MOCCAE veterinary license in good standing.Minimum of 7 to 10 years of clinical experience, including leadership roles, with at least 2 years of experience in the UAE.Advanced diagnostic, surgical, and medical care skills.Key Skills:Strong leadership and mentoring abilities to guide and inspire the veterinary team.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration and client interaction.Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities to achieve operational and clinical goals.Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.Additional Requirements:Strong understanding of UAE regulations related to veterinary clinic operations, including animal welfare standards, facility licensing, and controlled pharmaceuticals management.Proficiency in English is required; knowledge of Arabic is advantageous.Experience in the UAE veterinary market, handling diverse clients, and collaborating with local veterinary organizations is preferred.

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