Senior Veterinarian

Company Description

The SkinVet is a specialized veterinary dermatology service focused on providing advanced care for dogs and cats with a wide range of skin conditions. Led by Dr. Diu Somani, a dedicated veterinary dermatologist, the team uses cutting-edge diagnostics and multimodal treatments to achieve optimal outcomes for companion animals. The practice offers comprehensive dermatology services, including detailed consultations, advanced testing, tailored therapy plans, and surgical intervention when indicated. As specialization in veterinary medicine grows, The SkinVet addresses a critical need in pet healthcare while actively sharing educational insights and updates on skin health with pet caregivers.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Senior Veterinarian position at The SkinVet in Worli, Mumbai, is designed for an experienced clinician ready to take on strong clinical ownership and senior patient management. Working alongside our specialized team, you will lead complex case workups, oversee comprehensive physical and dermatologic examinations, perform and interpret advanced diagnostic tests, and engineer holistic, long-term treatment plans.

As a senior member of the clinical staff, you will mentor junior team members, uphold high clinical standards, communicate complex diagnoses compassionately to pet caregivers, maintain clear medical recordkeeping, and collaborate seamlessly with referring veterinarians to deliver exceptional, specialized care.

Qualifications

• Education & Credentials: Licensed veterinarian (BVSc & AH, MVSc, DVM, or equivalent).
• Clinical Experience: Minimum 3+ years of active hands-on clinical experience in small animal medicine; direct experience or formal training in veterinary dermatology is strongly preferred.
• Clinical Expertise: Proven capability to independently manage complex dermatologic cases, utilize advanced diagnostic tools (e.g., skin scrapings, cytology, trichograms, allergy testing), and design tailored, evidence-based treatment protocols.
• Leadership & Work Ethic: Demonstrated leadership capacity, strong decision-making skills, meticulous attention to detail, and high standards for systematic prescription writing and medical recordkeeping.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for educating pet caregivers, counseling owners through chronic case management, and liaising effectively with referring primary care vets.
• Collaborative Spirit: Comfortable working in a high-standard specialized clinical environment, committed to continuous learning, and willing to contribute to client education initiatives and outreach.