Medical Director - The Pet Mechanic (South Street)

Join Our Team at The Pet Mechanic South Street – Your Veterinary Skills Can Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about animal health and dedicated to providing excellent veterinary care? The Pet Mechanic is seeking a Medical Director  to join our progressive, full-service veterinary practice at our South Street location in Philadelphia.

About Us: Founded in 2010, The Pet Mechanic has grown to encompass two state-of-the-art facilities. We pride ourselves on offering comprehensive care including primary and emergency services, alongside advanced dental and soft tissue surgeries. Our fully equipped in-house laboratory, digital radiology, ultrasound, and tonometry units support our mission to deliver superior veterinary care. In our surgical and dental suites, we utilize top-tier anesthetic and monitoring equipment to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Work Environment: Located in the vibrant Washington Square neighborhood, our clinic offers the perfect balance of cultural richness and urban convenience. Whether you enjoy global cuisine or cozy cafés, you'll find an abundance of dining and entertainment options to enjoy. Our team is a vital part of this energetic community, and we are confident that the right candidate will find their perfect fit both professionally and personally.

Our Doctors:

Dr. Richard, a local from Harrisburg, PA, is a graduate of Delaware Valley University and Ross in St. Kitts. His expertise lies in surgery and staying abreast with the latest veterinary research.

Dr. Coates, originally from Fayetteville, AR, and raised in Memphis, TN, fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming a veterinarian at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville. He has a keen interest in ophthalmology, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery.

Community Involvement: Our commitment extends beyond our doors. We offer a 20% discount to 501c approved rescues and proudly partner with Saved Me Animal Rescue, providing free medical and surgical care. By joining us, you'll not only work with a team dedicated to pet health but also become part of a culture that values community service and high-quality medicine.

About You: If you are an experienced veterinarian who is looking for an opportunity to grow, enjoys a collaborative environment, and wants to make a positive impact on the community, we would love to meet you.

The EverVet Community:

Our hospital is a proud member of the EverVet family of hospitals. EverVet’s community is one of vision, energy, collaboration and support – we’re like-minded professionals who are driven by the desire to truly make a difference for pets and pet parents. We lift each other up and are not afraid to challenge convention and create a unique space in the veterinary acquisition market. To hear our Director of Business Development, Danny Choi, say it – “we’re good people who are looking to work alongside good people” – it’s as simple as that!

We recognize that the veterinary profession is changing rapidly, but our entrepreneur-guided ownership model and commitment to building healthy, thriving practices has led to industry leading DVM and support staff retention.

The Benefits Highlights:

EverVet covers:

• The majority of Medical for individual and dependents (exact percentages vary by tier of coverage chosen)
• 75% of premiums for Dental and Vision for individual and dependents.
• 100% of premiums for Short-Term Disability and Life/AD&D.
• $250 match towards any employee contributions into an accompanying HSA Plan if they select the High-Deductible plan.
• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan up to 4%

The Benefits Breakdown:

Career:

• State license reimbursement
• DEA license reimbursement 
• AVMA membership
• State VMA membership
• VIN membership
• Competitive pay
• Generous Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• Access to Zoetis Clinical & Professional Program and Events including Conquering Dentistry, Intro to Ultrasound, FRANK training, business bootcamps, (subsidized up to $4,500)
• Access to a multitude of VMG resources including VMG national events & CE

Health & Family:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life
• Paid time off
• Employee pet discount
• Maternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave
   

Financial:

• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Competitive sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive PTO Program
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Health Savings Account
• Group Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance 
• Disability Insurance
   

The softer stuff:

• Employee Assistance Program available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Practice Managers and Doctors have access to Facebook Workplace, a robust networking tool that allows you to easily collaborate with your complete network of EverVet peers. After all, we’re better together!