The Job Opportunity:
A well-established, full-service veterinary hospital is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while remaining actively involved in patient care.

This position offers an experienced veterinarian the opportunity to influence the medical direction of the practice while continuing to enjoy general practice medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and same-day urgent care. The Medical Director will work collaboratively with hospital leadership and the veterinary team to promote consistent medical standards, support doctor development, strengthen clinical protocols, and foster an environment where evidence-based medicine and professional growth are priorities.

The hospital primarily treats dogs and cats while providing opportunities for a veterinarian interested in exotic animal medicine. Modern equipment, experienced support professionals, and a collaborative culture provide the Medical Director with the resources needed to maintain an active clinical caseload while supporting the broader medical team.

The practice values leadership through collaboration rather than micromanagement. The Medical Director will have meaningful opportunities to mentor veterinarians, introduce new ideas, develop clinical services, and help shape the hospital’s continued growth.

The position also offers a no-weekend schedule, with the hospital closed Saturdays and Sundays and no after-hours emergency or on-call responsibilities.

Practice Information:
This established veterinary hospital provides comprehensive general practice, urgent care, surgical, dental, and diagnostic services to a loyal client base. The modern facility offers advanced equipment and clinical resources, including:

• Ultrasound
• Digital radiography
• Laser therapy
• In-house diagnostic capabilities
• Fully equipped dental suite
• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Internal medicine
• General and advanced surgical capabilities
• Dentistry
• Same-day urgent care
• Small animal medicine
• Opportunities to treat exotic species

The hospital is supported by an experienced veterinary team that helps maintain efficient clinical workflows and allows doctors to remain focused on medicine, patient care, and client communication.

The Medical Director will inherit an established clinical foundation while having opportunities to further strengthen medical protocols, support professional development, expand services, and encourage collaboration throughout the hospital.

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain an active clinical caseload while serving as the hospital’s veterinary medical leader
• Provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care
• Establish, maintain, and promote consistent standards of medical quality and patient care
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians in their clinical and professional development
• Encourage collaborative case discussion and knowledge sharing among doctors
• Partner with hospital leadership on medical operations, clinical workflows, and strategic priorities
• Help develop and implement evidence-based medical protocols and best practices
• Provide additional clinical guidance for challenging or complex cases
• Perform comprehensive examinations and develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Evaluate and manage appropriate same-day and urgent care cases
• Perform surgical and dental procedures consistent with experience and professional interests
• Utilize ultrasound, digital radiography, in-house diagnostics, and other available resources
• Support appropriate use of laser therapy and other available treatment modalities
• Support the care of exotic species based on experience and professional interest
• Identify opportunities to expand or strengthen hospital services
• Promote continuing education and professional development throughout the medical team
• Support effective collaboration among veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service professionals
• Help address complex medical or client concerns when clinical leadership is appropriate
• Maintain appropriate medical records and regulatory compliance
• Promote a respectful, accountable, and professionally supportive hospital culture
• Model thoughtful clinical decision-making, communication, and professional integrity

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Active veterinary license, or eligibility for licensure, in the applicable state
• Professional experience in small animal general practice
• Strong commitment to compassionate, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Leadership experience or demonstrated readiness to assume veterinary medical leadership responsibilities
• Strong clinical judgment and medical decision-making skills
• Ability to mentor, coach, and professionally support associate veterinarians
• Effective client communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative leadership style that encourages accountability without micromanagement
• Ability to balance an active clinical caseload with Medical Director responsibilities
• Experience or interest in general practice, surgery, dentistry, and urgent care medicine
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development
• Interest in developing other veterinarians and strengthening hospital medical standards
• Experience or interest in exotic animal medicine is welcomed but not required
• Ability to partner effectively with hospital operational leadership

Compensation & Benefits May Include:
The hospital offers competitive compensation designed to recognize the Medical Director’s clinical experience, leadership responsibilities, skills, and professional contributions. Additional compensation and incentives may be available in recognition of the position’s leadership responsibilities. The comprehensive benefits package may include:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical Director leadership incentives
• Performance-based earning opportunities
• No negative accrual
• Signing and relocation assistance when applicable
• No weekend shifts
• No after-hours emergency responsibilities
• No on-call responsibilities
• Flexible scheduling options
• Generous paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid time away for continuing education
• Medical leadership development resources
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Retirement plan with employer contribution or match
• Professional licensing and membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Pet care benefits
• Employee recognition and incentive programs
• Clinical autonomy within a collaborative environment
• Opportunities to develop new services and strengthen hospital medicine
• Long-term clinical and leadership growth opportunities

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