The Job Opportunity:
An established companion animal hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while continuing to practice medicine. This role is well suited to a veterinarian who enjoys mentoring colleagues, supporting a collaborative medical team, and helping maintain a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to patient care. The Medical Director will work closely with the Hospital Manager and regional leadership while remaining actively involved in clinical cases.
The hospital has been serving its community for more than six decades and provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including urgent and emergency services, preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, and diagnostic care.

Practice Information:

• Urgent and emergency care
• Preventive and wellness medicine
• Comprehensive medical care
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dental care
• Diagnostic medicine
• Care for both canine and feline patients

Role Responsibilities:

• Promote high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine and progressive standards of care
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to associate veterinarians
• Establish and maintain medical policies and standards
• Encourage consistent communication and continuity of patient care among doctors
• Review medical records for completeness, accuracy, and opportunities for improved patient care
• Conduct regular veterinarian meetings and support ongoing professional development
• Address patient-care concerns, client complaints, and referral-related issues in a thoughtful and professional manner
• Support appropriate management of controlled medications and medical supplies
• Help evaluate equipment and inventory needs and participate in planning for future medical resources
• Monitor medical quality and veterinarian performance and provide coaching when appropriate
• Participate in interviewing and onboarding prospective veterinarians
• Identify opportunities to expand or improve medical services
• Work collaboratively with hospital leadership to support efficient hospital operations
• Assist with maintaining compliance with veterinary regulations, OSHA requirements, and AAHA standards
• Help anticipate operational challenges and participate in developing practical solutions
• Continue providing hands-on clinical care as part of the medical team

Job Applicant Requirements:

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program
• Current veterinary license in good standing
• DEA registration or eligibility to obtain and maintain one
• Several years of clinical veterinary experience
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Solid surgical and dental experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative and supportive approach to working with colleagues
• A genuine interest in mentoring veterinarians and developing medical teams
• Strong organizational, time-management, and delegation skills
• Sound clinical judgment and thoughtful decision-making abilities
• A compassionate approach to patient and client care
• The ability to communicate clearly with clients and establish trusting relationships
• Professionalism and courtesy in interactions with clients, colleagues, and support staff

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Medical Director leadership compensation
• Signing, retention, and relocation assistance
• Flexible scheduling options
• Paid time off and holidays
• No negative accrual
• No non-compete agreement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and professional liability coverage
• 401(k) participation with company contribution
• Continuing education support, including CE expenses and time off
• Licensing and professional membership support
• Employee pet care discounts
• Parental leave
• Emotional well-being resources and employee assistance support
• Ongoing professional development and career resources
• A supportive hospital culture with access to broader organizational resources

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