The Job Opportunity:
A well-established AAHA-accredited companion animal hospital is seeking a Part-Time Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while maintaining a flexible schedule and a consistent home hospital. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about evidence-based medicine, mentoring colleagues, and guiding a collaborative medical team while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.

The Part-Time Medical Director will combine active clinical practice with medical leadership responsibilities, partnering closely with hospital leadership to support medical excellence, team development, and outstanding patient care. Working alongside an experienced multi-DVM team, highly skilled credentialed veterinary technicians, and dedicated support staff, this leader will help shape hospital protocols, mentor veterinarians, and foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement.

The practice values flexibility and recognizes the importance of balancing professional fulfillment with personal priorities. This role offers the opportunity to remain actively engaged in veterinary leadership while benefiting from predictable scheduling, strong clinical support, and abundant professional development opportunities.

Practice Information:
An experienced multi-DVM team is supported by highly skilled credentialed veterinary technicians and dedicated support professionals, allowing veterinarians to focus on practicing high-quality medicine. The hospital’s exceptional technician support promotes efficiency, collaboration, and outstanding patient care while creating an environment where mentorship and teamwork thrive.

The hospital proudly maintains AAHA Accreditation, demonstrating its commitment to the highest standards of veterinary medicine, patient safety, and quality care. The team is passionate about mentoring veterinary students and early-career veterinarians while supporting continued professional development for experienced clinicians.

The modern hospital features advanced medical technology and amenities, including:

• AAHA Accreditation
• Eight spacious examination rooms
• Large treatment and surgical suites
• Advanced dentistry with full-mouth digital dental radiography
• State-of-the-art in-house diagnostic laboratory
• Luxury boarding facility
• Professional grooming services

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain an active clinical caseload while providing comprehensive preventive, medical, surgical, and dental care
• Lead the medical team by promoting evidence-based medicine and maintaining the highest standards of patient care
• Develop, implement, and evaluate medical protocols that support clinical excellence
• Ensure continued compliance with AAHA standards, regulatory requirements, and professional best practices
• Mentor veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians, and support staff while encouraging professional growth
• Foster collaboration and effective communication throughout the hospital
• Conduct medical team meetings and encourage ongoing education and quality improvement
• Perform comprehensive physical examinations, diagnostic evaluations, and individualized treatment planning
• Perform routine surgery and dentistry appropriate to experience and training
• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment and laboratory resources to support high-quality medical decision-making
• Partner with hospital leadership on medical quality initiatives, strategic planning, equipment evaluation, and service development
• Support veterinarian recruitment, onboarding, mentorship, and retention
• Monitor medical record quality, patient outcomes, and clinical performance metrics
• Build lasting client relationships through compassionate communication and exceptional patient care
• Promote a respectful, collaborative culture centered on mentorship, accountability, and lifelong learning

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in the applicable state
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration as required
• Previous companion animal clinical experience with confidence in surgery and dentistry
• Prior leadership, mentorship, or Medical Director experience preferred
• Strong diagnostic, medical, surgical, and dental skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities
• Commitment to practicing evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Passion for mentoring veterinary professionals and fostering collaborative teams
• Strong organizational, strategic planning, and clinical decision-making skills
• Commitment to continuing education and lifelong professional development
• Dedication to delivering compassionate, client-centered veterinary care

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, leadership responsibilities, and scheduled hours
• Leadership incentive opportunities and production-based earning potential
• Sign-on assistance, retention incentives, and additional bonus opportunities available
• Veterinarian-friendly compensation structure
• Flexible part-time schedule designed to support an outstanding work-life balance
• Continuing education allowance with dedicated continuing education time
• Professional licensure, membership dues, and continuing education reimbursement
• Retirement savings plan participation where applicable
• Employee pet care discounts
• Employee assistance program and wellness resources
• Financial assistance resources for team members experiencing personal hardship
• Leadership development, mentorship, and ongoing career advancement opportunities
• Opportunity to lead an AAHA-accredited hospital equipped with advanced digital dental radiography, a state-of-the-art in-house diagnostic laboratory, expansive treatment and surgical facilities, luxury boarding accommodations, and professional grooming services, while practicing evidence-based medicine in a collaborative environment that prioritizes mentorship, professional growth, and exceptional patient care

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