The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director while remaining actively involved in clinical medicine. This opportunity is well suited to a veterinarian who enjoys patient care and would also like to have a meaningful role in medical quality, mentorship, doctor development, and the clinical direction of a hospital.
The Medical Director will have the opportunity to help shape how medicine is practiced while receiving support in areas such as operations, human resources, marketing, and administrative functions. This structure allows the Medical Director to focus much of their leadership attention on patient care, medical standards, team development, and hospital culture.
The practice values evidence-based medicine, clinical autonomy, transparent client communication, collaborative case management, and continued professional development. Mentorship and learning are important parts of the hospital culture, providing opportunities for the Medical Director to help other doctors strengthen their skills and clinical confidence.

Practice Information:
The hospital is a collaborative small animal general practice providing comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and preventive care. Veterinarians are supported by credentialed veterinary technicians, experienced veterinary assistants, and client service professionals, helping doctors make effective use of the broader care team.

The hospital features modern clinical technology, including:

• Dedicated dental suite
• Digital dental radiography
• Diagnostic ultrasound
• Cold laser therapy
• Electronic medical records
• Modern surgical and treatment equipment
• Contemporary patient monitoring and diagnostic resources

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for small animal patients
• Developing individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
• Helping establish and maintain strong standards for medical quality and patient safety
• Supporting appropriate clinical autonomy while encouraging consistent, evidence-based standards of care
• Mentoring and supporting veterinarians at different stages of their careers
• Helping developing doctors build clinical confidence and independence
• Encouraging collaborative case discussions and shared clinical learning
• Helping develop and refine medical protocols and clinical workflows
• Supporting continuing education and professional development for the medical team
• Utilizing dental radiography, ultrasound, and other diagnostic resources when clinically appropriate
• Incorporating cold laser therapy into treatment plans when appropriate
• Collaborating with specialty and referral resources on complex cases
• Promoting thoughtful client education and transparent treatment recommendations
• Partnering with hospital leadership on medical and operational priorities
• Supporting veterinarian recruitment, onboarding, and development
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen clinical services and patient care
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with clients
• Helping foster a respectful, welcoming, and learning-focused hospital culture

Job Applicant Requirements:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• Eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of practice
• Experience practicing small animal veterinary medicine
• A commitment to high-quality, evidence-based veterinary care
• Strong clinical reasoning and medical decision-making skills
• An interest in medical leadership, mentorship, and team development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative and approachable leadership style
• An interest in supporting the development of other veterinarians
• A commitment to thoughtful client education and transparent communication
• A desire to support clinical autonomy while maintaining strong medical standards
• An interest in continued professional and leadership 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
• Veterinary-specific educational and clinical resources
• Medical leadership development opportunities
• Mentorship and professional development resources
• Access to specialty consultation and collaborative case support
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and educational initiatives
• Health and wellness resources
• Additional professional and personal wellness benefits

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