The Job Opportunity:
A well-established small animal practice is seeking an experienced Medical Director to join its collaborative team and help guide the continued growth of the hospital.

This is an opportunity for a veterinarian who loves practicing medicine but is also energized by mentoring colleagues, developing teams, and helping create a hospital where people enjoy coming to work. The Medical Director will remain actively involved in patient care while having a meaningful voice in medical standards, doctor development, hospital processes, and the overall direction of the practice.

The hospital embraces evidence-based medicine, Fear Free methods, clinical autonomy, and collaborative decision-making. Doctors are encouraged to practice thoughtful, individualized medicine while having colleagues and experienced veterinary support professionals available when collaboration is helpful.

The Medical Director will lead a multi-DVM team and work closely with veterinary technicians, practice management, and operational leadership. Rather than leading from the sidelines, this veterinarian will be an approachable clinical resource and mentor who helps doctors build confidence, develop their skills, and pursue their individual professional interests.

For an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step in leadership—or an established veterinary leader looking for a supportive environment—this position offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on patient care, doctor development, team culture, and the future of the hospital.

Practice Information:
This established, full-service small animal hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care in a welcoming, team-oriented general practice environment.

The hospital incorporates Fear Free and low-stress methods into patient care, helping create a more comfortable veterinary experience for pets while supporting positive interactions with their families.

A multi-DVM medical team is supported by veterinary technicians, practice management, and experienced operational leadership. Doctors are encouraged to collaborate, discuss cases, share knowledge, and use their individual strengths while maintaining appropriate clinical autonomy.

The hospital’s approach to medicine and team development emphasizes:

• Evidence-based medicine
• Fear Free and low-stress patient care
• Preventive healthcare
• Thorough diagnostic evaluation
• Individualized treatment planning
• Clinical autonomy
• Collaborative case management
• Strong veterinary technician utilization
• Compassionate client communication
• Doctor mentorship and development
• Continuing education
• Leadership development
• Professional growth
• Sustainable veterinary careers
• Positive and respectful teamwork

The Medical Director will partner closely with practice management and operational leadership, bringing together medical and operational perspectives to support excellent patient care, an engaged team, a positive client experience, and the continued development of the hospital.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive medical care to small animal patients
• Perform thorough physical examinations and preventive health evaluations
• Develop individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
• Pursue appropriate diagnostic workups based on each patient’s needs
• Communicate diagnoses, treatment recommendations, prognosis, home-care instructions, and follow-up plans clearly and compassionately
• Champion Fear Free and low-stress approaches to patient care
• Help establish and maintain high standards of medical quality
• Serve as an approachable clinical resource for veterinarians and veterinary support professionals
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians throughout their professional development
• Encourage doctors to pursue continuing education and individual areas of clinical interest
• Promote collaborative case discussions, knowledge sharing, and teamwork
• Help the medical team navigate daily schedules and caseloads
• Encourage effective delegation and utilization of veterinary technicians
• Partner with practice management to support efficient, doctor-friendly hospital workflows
• Assist with veterinarian scheduling and appropriate patient coverage
• Coordinate continuing education and planned time away with practice leadership
• Participate in recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and retaining veterinarians and clinical team members
• Support individualized professional development plans for doctors and other clinical professionals
• Provide constructive coaching, feedback, and professional support
• Partner with practice leadership to thoughtfully address client concerns
• Promote exceptional client education and communication
• Build positive relationships with clients, colleagues, and the surrounding community
• Participate in hospital planning and budgeting
• Help establish reasonable productivity and operational goals
• Monitor medical quality and identify opportunities to strengthen patient care
• Support initiatives that improve the patient, client, doctor, and team experience
• Maintain open communication among veterinarians, veterinary support professionals, practice management, and operational leadership
• Help foster a hospital culture where team members feel respected, supported, and encouraged to grow

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Eligibility for applicable controlled-substance registration
• Several years of clinical veterinary experience
• Previous veterinary leadership, mentorship, or management experience
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high standards of patient care
• Interest in Fear Free and low-stress veterinary medicine
• Strong clinical reasoning and diagnostic skills
• Ability to provide comprehensive small animal medical care
• Strong mentorship and team-development skills
• Desire to help associate veterinarians grow professionally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to compassionate and educational client communication
• Collaborative and approachable leadership style
• Ability to partner effectively with practice management and operational leadership
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Interest in hospital development and continuous improvement
• Commitment to continuing education and professional growth

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible spending or health savings account options
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education support
• Leadership and professional development resources
• Professional liability insurance
• Veterinary license and controlled-substance registration reimbursement
• Professional association and specialty membership support
• Veterinary clinical reference resources
• Access to scientific and medical publications
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability options
• Employee assistance and mental health resources
• Pet care benefits or veterinary service discounts
• Employee referral incentives
• Additional employment benefits based on eligibility

This role offers the opportunity to continue doing the clinical work that makes veterinary medicine rewarding while also helping other veterinary professionals succeed. With a collaborative multi-DVM team, strong veterinary technician support, Fear Free methods, clinical autonomy, and dedicated practice leadership, the Medical Director will have the resources to make a meaningful difference.

For a veterinarian who enjoys mentoring others, building a positive team culture, and helping shape the quality and direction of a practice, this position provides the opportunity to lead while remaining connected to patients, clients, and the medicine they enjoy.

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