The Job Opportunity:
A well-established, multidisciplinary veterinary hospital is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Specialist interested in combining specialty medicine with medical leadership. This opportunity is designed for a specialist who would like to remain actively involved in clinical practice while taking a larger role in medical quality, mentorship, clinical collaboration, and the continued development of the hospital. The Medical Director will work closely with hospital leadership and specialists across multiple disciplines to support evidence-based medicine, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and consistent standards of patient care. The role also provides an opportunity to mentor veterinarians, participate in interdisciplinary case discussions, and help shape the hospital’s medical direction.

Practice Information:
The hospital is a large, multidisciplinary referral center providing specialty, emergency, critical care, and primary care services within one facility. The hospital manages a diverse, referral-level caseload that includes medically complex patients and a broad range of disease processes. Specialists regularly collaborate with emergency and ICU clinicians on hospitalized patients, consultations, and ongoing case management.

Established specialty services include areas such as:

• Surgery
• Oncology
• Cardiology
• Neurology
• Emergency & Critical Care
• Additional specialty and advanced-care disciplines

Advanced diagnostic resources include:

• MRI
• CT
• Ultrasound
• Comprehensive in-house laboratory capabilities
• Advanced ICU and critical care resources
• Modern specialty diagnostic and treatment equipment

Role Responsibilities:

• Continuing to practice veterinary medicine within the veterinarian’s specialty
• Helping establish and maintain evidence-based standards of medical care
• Supporting consistent medical quality and thoughtful clinical decision-making
• Serving as a clinical resource and mentor for veterinarians and medical team members
• Encouraging interdisciplinary case discussions and collaboration between specialty, emergency, and ICU teams
• Participating in rounds and complex case consultations
• Supporting the development and implementation of clinical protocols
• Promoting continuity of care for hospitalized and referral patients
• Mentoring veterinarians and supporting their clinical and professional development
• Helping identify opportunities to strengthen or expand specialty services
• Supporting continuing education and shared clinical learning
• Collaborating with hospital leadership on medical strategy and clinical operations
• Supporting a culture that balances clinical autonomy with collaboration and shared standards of care
• Helping create a respectful, supportive environment for veterinarians, technicians, and other members of the medical team

Job Applicant Requirements:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Diplomate board certification or completion of specialty residency training
• Strong clinical experience within their veterinary specialty
• A commitment to high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• An interest in medical leadership, mentorship, and veterinarian development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative approach to multidisciplinary patient care
• An interest in continued learning and professional development
• A commitment to professional and ethical veterinary practice

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid continuing education opportunities
• Specialty-specific educational and clinical resources
• Leadership and professional development opportunities
• Access to a broader network of veterinary specialists for clinical collaboration
• Opportunities for interdisciplinary rounds and continuing clinical education
• Health and wellness resources
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and research initiatives
• Additional professional and personal wellness resources

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