The Job Opportunity:
A well-established, veterinarian-led companion animal hospital is seeking a Medical Director to lead its collaborative medical team while maintaining an active clinical caseload. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about practicing evidence-based medicine, mentoring colleagues, and fostering a culture of clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate patient care. The Medical Director will provide strategic medical leadership while partnering closely with hospital leadership to support quality medicine, team development, and operational success. This role offers the opportunity to guide the professional growth of fellow veterinarians, strengthen medical standards, and help shape the future of a progressive practice that values innovation, mentorship, and lifelong learning.

Practice Information:
This established full-service companion animal hospital has proudly served its community for decades, building lasting relationships with generations of pet owners through exceptional veterinary care and personalized service. As part of a veterinarian-focused organization, the hospital maintains its local culture and clinical autonomy while benefiting from the resources, stability, and collaboration of a larger veterinary network. The practice provides comprehensive companion animal services, including wellness and preventive care, vaccinations, internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, and boarding. Supported by an experienced multi-DVM team, skilled credentialed technicians, and dedicated support professionals, the hospital encourages collaboration and open communication to ensure outstanding patient outcomes.

The hospital is committed to practicing evidence-based medicine and creating an environment where veterinarians can continue to grow professionally through mentorship, continuing education, leadership development, and collaborative case discussions. Flexible scheduling and a supportive culture allow veterinarians to build rewarding, sustainable careers while maintaining an excellent work-life balance.

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide medical leadership while maintaining an active clinical caseload
• Promote evidence-based medicine and uphold the highest standards of patient care throughout the hospital
• Establish, implement, and maintain medical protocols and quality assurance initiatives
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians through case collaboration and professional development
• Foster a collaborative, positive culture focused on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
• Deliver comprehensive preventive, medical, surgical, and dental care for companion animals
• Review medical records to promote consistency, quality, and excellent patient outcomes
• Partner with hospital leadership to support strategic planning, operational success, and continuous improvement
• Lead medical team meetings and encourage ongoing education and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ensure compliance with applicable veterinary regulations, OSHA requirements, controlled substance protocols, and AAHA standards where applicable
• Evaluate opportunities to introduce new medical services, equipment, and best practices that enhance patient care
• Build strong client relationships through compassionate communication and education while helping resolve complex medical concerns

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Active veterinary license or ability to obtain licensure in the applicable state
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration, if required
• Previous leadership, mentorship, or Medical Director experience preferred
• Strong diagnostic, medical, surgical, and dental skills
• Demonstrated commitment to practicing evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Excellent leadership, communication, coaching, and collaborative decision-making abilities
• Passion for mentoring veterinary professionals and fostering a positive team culture
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care and exceptional client service
• Dedication to continuing education, innovation, and lifelong professional development

Compensation & Benefits May Include:

• Competitive compensation with leadership incentives and production-based earning opportunities
• Sign-on, retention, and relocation assistance available
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and disability benefits
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Retirement savings program with employer-supported contributions
• Generous continuing education allowance, paid continuing education time, leadership development programs, and professional growth opportunities
• Professional licensure, association membership, and continuing education reimbursement
• Employee pet care discounts
• Wellness resources, employee assistance programs, and mental well-being support
• Financial assistance resources for eligible team members during personal hardships
• Supportive, veterinarian-focused culture that values collaboration, mentorship, clinical autonomy, and leadership development
• Outstanding opportunity to lead a respected companion animal hospital while helping develop future veterinary professionals and advancing evidence-based veterinary medicine

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