The Job Opportunity:
A progressive general practice and exotic animal hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Director to serve as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys combining hands-on patient care with leadership, mentorship, and medical quality oversight in a collaborative, inclusive, and growth-focused environment.

The successful candidate will lead by example while maintaining an active clinical caseload, mentoring associate veterinarians, and establishing high standards for medical quality and patient care. The role provides meaningful leadership opportunities through coaching, clinical collaboration, team development, and hospital improvement while allowing the Medical Director to continue practicing medicine across a diverse small-animal and exotic caseload.

Practice Information:
This thriving general practice and exotic animal hospital provides comprehensive care for small animals and a diverse range of exotic species. The caseload includes wellness, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, reptiles, pocket pets, birds, and occasional wildlife cases, creating an engaging clinical environment with opportunities to continually expand medical expertise.

The hospital maintains a collaborative and supportive team culture with strong veterinary technician and client service support. Skilled team members and operational leadership work together to create an environment focused on teamwork, patient care, professional development, and exceptional client experiences.

Modern technology and equipment include digital radiography, in-house laboratory diagnostics, and cloud-based practice management technology. The Medical Director will work closely with practice leadership to support clinical workflows, medical protocols, equipment utilization, team development, and broader hospital initiatives.

Role Responsibilities:

• Set, model, and uphold high standards of medical quality and patient care
• Maintain an active clinical caseload while serving as a hands-on veterinarian for the majority of the workweek
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop associate veterinarians and partner doctors
• Evaluate and continuously improve clinical competency across doctors, relief veterinarians, technicians, and assistants
• Provide regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability
• Organize and lead regular doctor meetings focused on medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities
• Review medical cases and records to promote continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust
• Partner with practice leadership on hospital initiatives, culture, team development, scheduling, clinical workflows, inventory, and operational priorities
• Ensure team members work appropriately within their training and licensure
• Oversee the maintenance and proper utilization of hospital equipment
• Support recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding of veterinary professionals
• Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian and oversee applicable regulatory, controlled-substance, pharmacy, and radiation-safety requirements
• Engage with the local community through outreach, client education, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to veterinary care
• Participate in organizational leadership initiatives, meetings, and events
• Foster a collaborative hospital culture where patient safety, teamwork, and exceptional client experiences remain priorities

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary university
• Active veterinary license in the practicing state or eligibility for licensure
• Active DEA registration and any required state-controlled-substance or pharmacy registrations
• Minimum of 3–5 years of veterinary practice experience preferred
• Previous leadership, mentorship, or team-development experience preferred
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to veterinary medicine
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
• Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation skills
• Ability to serve as a visible leader and advocate for medical quality
• Commitment to professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ability to inspire trust, engagement, and teamwork throughout the hospital
• Experience with exotic species welcomed but not required
• Commitment to a minimum of 35 hours per week

Compensation:

• Competitive base compensation with production-based earning opportunities
• Medical Director leadership stipend
• No-negative-accrual compensation model
• Signing incentive opportunities available for qualified candidates
• Long-term incentive compensation program with annual bonus opportunities
• Transparent production metrics and operational support
• Relocation assistance available where applicable
• Employee referral incentive opportunities
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous continuing education allowance
• Paid professional licensing fees and professional dues
• Flexible scheduling designed to promote a healthy work-life balance
• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing
• Student loan assistance opportunities
• Clinical autonomy supported by experienced medical systems and leadership
• Leadership opportunities focused on mentorship, coaching, and hospital development
• Access to digital radiography, in-house laboratory diagnostics, and modern practice management technology
• Diverse caseload featuring small-animal and exotic medicine
• Skilled veterinary technician and client service support
• Collaborative, people-focused culture committed to professional growth and exceptional patient care

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