The Job Opportunity:
A growing small animal hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead its clinical team while continuing to practice medicine. This is an opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys mentoring colleagues, supporting team development, and helping shape a hospital that combines urgent care with general practice. The Medical Director will work closely with hospital management to strengthen medical standards, improve patient outcomes, and foster a positive, collaborative workplace. The role offers a balance of hands-on clinical care and leadership, with access to professional mentorship and leadership development resources.
Practice Information:
The hospital is developing a hybrid urgent care and general practice model, providing care for pets with immediate medical needs alongside routine wellness and preventive services. The team is focused on compassionate, evidence-based medicine, strong client relationships, and consistent clinical standards. The Medical Director will help guide this growth while supporting veterinarians and hospital staff in delivering high-quality care.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide high-quality veterinary care for urgent and general practice cases
- Guide clinical standards and promote evidence-based medical decision-making
- Mentor and support veterinarians in their clinical development
- Collaborate with the practice manager and hospital leadership to improve patient care and hospital operations
- Help develop and implement strategies that support the growth of urgent care and general practice services
- Promote a positive team culture built on communication, respect, and collaboration
- Support staff development, continuing education, and clinical knowledge sharing
- Monitor medical quality and identify opportunities to improve patient outcomes
- Help ensure consistent, compassionate communication with clients
- Participate in leadership development and ongoing professional education
Job Applicant Requirements:
- DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree
- Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of employment or eligibility to obtain one before starting
- Active DEA and applicable state controlled substance registration or eligibility to obtain both
- Clinical experience in small animal medicine
- Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Interest in mentoring veterinarians and supporting team development
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and high standards of patient care
- Ability to collaborate with hospital management and contribute to operational improvements
- Interest in combining clinical practice with medical leadership
Compensation & Benefits May Include:
- Competitive compensation with production opportunities and no negative accrual
- Additional compensation for medical leadership responsibilities may be available
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching
- Health, life, and disability insurance options for eligible team members
- Mental health and well-being resources
- Paid parental leave and pet adoption leave
- Childcare and elder care support options
- Family planning resources
- Continuing education opportunities and discretionary professional development funds
- Pet care benefits and veterinary service discounts
- Access to a structured medical leadership program with mentorship and training in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence
Ongoing professional development resources to support clinical growth and leadership success
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