The Job Opportunity:
An established small animal practice is seeking a Medical Director to help guide the medical direction and quality of the hospital while remaining actively involved in patient care. This opportunity is well suited to a veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine and would like to take on a meaningful leadership role without stepping away from clinical work. The Medical Director will help support the veterinary team, encourage high standards of care, and contribute to the continued development of the practice.
The position is supported by dedicated professionals in operations, marketing, human resources, payroll, and other areas, allowing the Medical Director to focus on medicine, team development, and patient care.
Practice Information:
The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, ranging from routine wellness visits to more involved medical cases. The hospital emphasizes thoughtful, evidence-based medicine and a collaborative approach to patient care. The team is committed to using Fear Free techniques whenever possible to help create a more comfortable experience for patients.
The hospital is equipped with modern veterinary technology, including:
- Hands-free radiology, supporting safer imaging practices for patients and staff
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Additional modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for canine and feline patients
- Serve as the clinical leader for the veterinary team
- Help establish and maintain high standards of medical quality
- Support veterinarians with case management, diagnostics, and treatment planning
- Encourage evidence-based medicine and thoughtful clinical decision-making
- Promote Fear Free approaches to patient care whenever appropriate
- Mentor and support team members in their clinical development
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and respectful hospital culture
- Help identify opportunities to improve patient care and clinical processes
- Remain actively involved in hands-on veterinary medicine
- Collaborate with operational and administrative partners on initiatives that support the hospital
Job Applicant Requirements:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution or equivalent
- Veterinary license in good standing in the applicable state, or ability to obtain licensure
- Strong experience in small animal medicine
- Commitment to evidence-based veterinary medicine and high standards of patient care
- Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
- Interest in mentoring and supporting other veterinary professionals
- Ability to balance clinical responsibilities with medical leadership
- Collaborative and approachable leadership style
- Commitment to continued professional development and lifelong learning
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement savings opportunities with company matching
- Paid vacation, sick, and parental leave
- Continuing education allowance and paid continuing education days
- Professional development and continuing education resources
- Operational, human resources, marketing, and administrative support
- Mental health and financial wellness resources
- Flexible 8 or 10-hour shift options
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