The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal hospital is seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while continuing to practice high-quality veterinary medicine. This opportunity is well suited for a veterinarian who enjoys mentoring others, supporting a medical team, and helping shape the clinical direction of a practice while remaining actively involved in patient care.
The Medical Director will work closely with hospital leadership and the veterinary team to maintain high standards of medicine, encourage thoughtful clinical decision-making, and support a positive environment for both patients and team members.
The hospital values evidence-based medicine, compassionate patient care, client education, collaboration, and continued professional development. The Medical Director will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice while helping other veterinarians develop their clinical skills and confidence.

Practice Information:
The practice is an established, full-service small animal hospital with a multi-doctor medical team and experienced veterinary support staff, including credentialed veterinary technicians. The hospital provides a broad range of primary and advanced general practice services, including preventive care, internal medicine, soft-tissue surgery, and dentistry.

Available clinical resources include:

• Ultrasound
• Digital dental radiography
• Therapeutic laser
• Advanced dental capabilities
• Access to veterinary specialists for consultation and referral
• Experienced veterinary technicians and support professionals

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animal patients
• Serve as a clinical leader and resource for the veterinary team
• Help establish and maintain high standards of medical care
• Support evidence-based clinical decision-making
• Mentor and develop associate veterinarians
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing among the medical team
• Work with hospital leadership to identify opportunities for clinical and operational improvement
• Support appropriate use of diagnostic imaging, dentistry, surgery, and other medical resources
• Assist veterinarians with complex or challenging cases when appropriate
• Promote compassionate and effective client communication
• Encourage thorough patient documentation and consistent medical protocols
• Support continuing education and professional development
• Help create an environment where veterinarians and support team members feel comfortable asking questions and sharing ideas
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and development of veterinary team members as appropriate
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative hospital culture
• Continue practicing veterinary medicine while providing meaningful clinical leadership

Job Applicant Requirements:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution or equivalent
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Experience practicing small animal medicine
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• A commitment to evidence-based medicine
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• An interest in mentoring and developing other veterinarians
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities
• A commitment to compassionate patient care and client education
• An interest in continued learning and professional development

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical Director leadership compensation opportunities
• Performance or annual bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid continuing education days
• Access to extensive continuing education resources
• Professional development opportunities
• Clinical studies and research opportunities
• Mental health and wellness resources
• Financial wellness resources
• Professional veterinary resources
• Employee pet care discounts

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