The Job Opportunity:
A growing, AAHA-accredited General Practice and Urgent Care hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while maintaining an active role in patient care.

This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine while also mentoring doctors, strengthening medical standards, and helping shape the continued growth of a collaborative hospital. The Medical Director will have meaningful clinical autonomy and the opportunity to influence medical quality, team development, and the overall direction of the practice.

The hospital provides a combination of general practice and urgent care medicine, giving the Medical Director the opportunity to remain clinically engaged with a varied caseload while supporting other veterinarians through mentorship, case discussion, and professional development.

Doctors are supported by highly trained veterinary technicians and support professionals, allowing the medical team to focus on clinical decision-making, patient care, procedures, and client communication.

Flexible scheduling options are available, including different shift lengths, with no on-call or after-hours responsibilities. For a veterinarian interested in building a long-term future with the practice, potential partnership or ownership opportunities may also be available.

Practice Information:
This AAHA-accredited General Practice and Urgent Care hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, preventive, and urgent veterinary care within a modern clinical environment.

The practice provides care for canine, feline, reptile, and pocket pet patients, creating opportunities for a diverse and engaging caseload.

Clinical services and resources include:

• Comprehensive wellness and preventive medicine
• General practice services
• Same-day sick appointments
• Urgent care
• Comprehensive medical case management
• General surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic imaging
• Exotic animal medicine
• Reptile and pocket pet care
• Modern medical and diagnostic technology
• Advanced veterinary equipment
• Highly utilized veterinary technicians and support professionals

As an AAHA-accredited practice, the hospital maintains a strong commitment to established standards for veterinary medicine, patient care, diagnostics, anesthesia, surgery, pain management, safety, and hospital operations.

The hospital culture emphasizes evidence-based medicine, clinical excellence, mentorship, shared case discussions, and continuous improvement. Veterinarians are encouraged to develop their individual clinical interests while sharing knowledge and supporting the professional growth of their colleagues.

Role Responsibilities:

• Establish, maintain, and continually strengthen medical standards across general practice and urgent care services
• Promote evidence-based medicine and consistent standards of patient care
• Maintain an active clinical presence within the hospital
• Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care
• Diagnose and manage routine, complex, and urgent medical cases
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians
• Lead collaborative case discussions and encourage shared clinical learning
• Help veterinarians identify and pursue professional development goals
• Support onboarding and clinical development of new doctors
• Promote appropriate utilization and development of veterinary technicians
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on recruiting, growth, and strategic initiatives
• Participate in the development and implementation of medical protocols
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical quality, efficiency, and patient outcomes
• Support a positive, accountable, respectful, and team-oriented hospital culture
• Encourage continuing education and professional development throughout the medical team
• Build strong relationships with clients and promote thoughtful client education
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Practice in accordance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary institution
• Active state veterinary license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain appropriate licensure
• Several years of clinical veterinary experience preferred
• Experience practicing high-quality small animal general medicine
• Interest or experience in urgent care medicine
• Previous leadership, mentorship, or doctor-development experience strongly preferred
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and continuous clinical improvement
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide constructive clinical guidance and mentorship
• Collaborative and team-oriented leadership approach
• Commitment to supporting the professional development of veterinarians and veterinary team members
• Interest in balancing clinical medicine with medical leadership responsibilities
• Interest in exotic animal medicine is welcomed but not required
• Interest in long-term leadership and potential practice ownership is welcomed

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation with production-based earning opportunities
• No negative accrual
• Additional compensation for Medical Director responsibilities
• Signing and/or relocation assistance when applicable
• Flexible full-time scheduling
• Multiple shift-length options
• No on-call responsibilities
• No after-hours responsibilities
• Generous paid time off
• Continuing education allowance
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits with employer contribution
• Professional license and registration support
• Professional dues and membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Uniform allowance
• Employee pet care benefits
• Mentorship and leadership development resources
• Opportunities to develop individual clinical interests
• Potential long-term partnership or practice ownership opportunities

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