The Job Opportunity:
A well-established small animal veterinary hospital is seeking an experienced and collaborative Medical Lead Veterinarian to provide clinical leadership while remaining actively engaged in patient care. This full-time opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine while mentoring colleagues, strengthening hospital culture, and helping guide the continued clinical development of a progressive veterinary team.

The Medical Lead will help guide the team in providing high-quality, evidence-based medicine while supporting a culture of teamwork, compassion, and continued growth.

This is a hands-on leadership role that combines clinical practice with mentoring. The Medical Lead will support associate veterinarians, encourage professional development, and help the team maintain consistent medical standards while allowing doctors the autonomy to practice and grow in their areas of interest.

The practice also offers opportunities to build skills in orthopedic medicine and surgery, along with access to specialty consultation and additional educational resources for more complex cases.

Practice Information:
This established, full-service small animal hospital is focused on compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. The team values collaboration and encourages everyone to share ideas, discuss cases, and work together to provide the best possible care. Services include preventive medicine, diagnostics, medical care, general surgery, and advanced procedures, including orthopedic surgery. This provides opportunities for veterinarians interested in expanding their surgical skills.

For more complex cases, doctors have access to specialty consultation and a larger professional network, while maintaining the autonomy to make decisions for their patients. The hospital also supports ongoing growth through mentorship, continuing education, advanced training, and leadership development. Resources are available in areas such as dentistry, internal medicine, oncology, dermatology, and cardiology. An experienced support team and strong practice leadership help create an efficient, positive environment so veterinarians can focus on their patients, clients, and careers.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical leadership and serve as a trusted medical resource for the veterinary team
• Maintain an active clinical caseload while balancing designated leadership responsibilities
• Promote evidence-based medicine and consistently high standards of patient care
• Model thoughtful clinical decision-making, compassionate client service, and professional integrity
• Mentor and coach associate veterinarians in their clinical and professional development
• Conduct regular development conversations and help veterinarians establish meaningful career goals
• Encourage collaborative case discussions and knowledge sharing among doctors
• Lead veterinarian meetings focused on clinical standards, challenging cases, best practices, and opportunities for new services
• Help establish, review, and continuously improve medical protocols and standards
• Support veterinarians interested in developing advanced medical and surgical capabilities
• Contribute to the continued development of orthopedic and other advanced procedural services
• Encourage appropriate consultation and specialty referral when additional expertise would benefit the patient
• Oversee or participate in veterinarian mentorship and externship programs
• Support veterinarian recruitment, onboarding, engagement, and retention
• Partner with practice leadership on hospital workflow, staffing, operational planning, and opportunities for improvement
• Develop an understanding of hospital financial performance and contribute to responsible operational decision-making
• Help ensure compliance with applicable veterinary, controlled-substance, safety, and professional regulations
• Promote effective communication between veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service professionals
• Model compassionate client education and shared decision-making
• Represent the hospital professionally within the veterinary and surrounding community
• Foster a positive workplace culture centered on collaboration, accountability, professional respect, and continuous improvement

Job Applicant Requirements:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution
• A valid veterinary license in good standing, or eligibility to obtain appropriate state licensure
• Established practical clinical experience in small animal veterinary medicine
• Strong medical and surgical skills appropriate to a comprehensive general practice
• A commitment to evidence-based medicine and continuous clinical improvement
• An interest in clinical leadership, mentorship, and veterinarian development
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to build collaborative relationships with veterinarians, support professionals, and practice leadership
• A leadership approach centered on service, communication, accountability, and professional respect
• An understanding of veterinary hospital operations and financial performance, or a willingness to develop these skills
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working within a progressive clinical environment
• Enthusiasm for continuing education and professional development

Experience or a strong interest in orthopedic medicine and surgery is particularly welcomed given the practice’s advanced procedural capabilities. Previous formal leadership experience is beneficial but is not necessarily required. An accomplished clinician with strong communication skills, an interest in mentoring others, and a desire to progress into veterinary leadership may also be an excellent fit.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings opportunities with employer contributions
• Paid time off
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible scheduling
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
• Structured mentorship and professional development
• Formal veterinary leadership training
• Advanced continuing education in areas such as dentistry, oncology, internal medicine, dermatology, and cardiology
• Opportunities to collaborate with veterinary specialists
• Professional liability coverage
• Support for applicable licensing fees and professional dues
• Telehealth and well being resources
• Access to a broader veterinary professional network for consultation and collaboration
• Opportunities to expand individual medical, surgical, orthopedic, and leadership interests

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