The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director while remaining actively involved in clinical practice. This opportunity is well suited to a veterinarian who enjoys patient care but is also ready to have a greater voice in medical quality, mentorship, team development, and the clinical direction of a hospital. The Medical Director will have meaningful influence over how medicine is practiced while receiving support in areas such as operations, human resources, marketing, and administrative functions.

The hospital values evidence-based medicine, clinical autonomy, thoughtful case management, and continued professional development. The Medical Director will help create an environment where veterinarians feel comfortable discussing cases, exchanging ideas, and continuing to develop their clinical skills.

Practice Information:
The hospital is an established, full-service small animal general practice providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats. The practice manages a varied caseload that includes preventive medicine, sick-patient care, urgent presentations, dentistry, surgery, and diagnostic workups.

Clinical resources include:

• Digital radiography
• Diagnostic ultrasound
• In-house laboratory capabilities
• Comprehensive dentistry
• Soft tissue surgical capabilities
• Modern diagnostic and treatment equipment

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing comprehensive medical care for dogs and cats
• Evaluating and managing wellness, sick, and urgent-care patients
• Developing individualized, evidence-based diagnostic and treatment plans
• Performing medical, dental, and surgical procedures based on training and experience
• Helping establish and maintain strong standards for medical quality and patient safety
• Supporting clinical autonomy while encouraging evidence-based standards of care
• Mentoring and supporting veterinarians at different stages of their careers
• 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
• Identifying opportunities to strengthen patient care and clinical services
• Partnering with hospital leadership on medical and operational priorities
• Supporting veterinarian recruitment, onboarding, and development
• Incorporating Fear Free and low-stress handling principles whenever appropriate
• Communicating thoughtfully and compassionately with clients
• Helping foster a respectful, supportive, and collaborative 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 medicine
• An interest in medical leadership, mentorship, and team development
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative, approachable leadership style
• A desire to support appropriate clinical autonomy while maintaining strong medical standards
• An interest in continued professional and leadership development
• A commitment to professional and ethical veterinary practice

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
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and educational initiatives
• Health and wellness resources
• Additional professional and personal wellness benefits

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