$180,000–$275,000 Per Year
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Board-Certified Specialty Veterinary Medical Director
Position Overview
Seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for a specialty and emergency hospital. This hands-on leadership role combines advanced clinical practice with protected administrative time, focusing on medical excellence, team development, and hospital growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership across specialty and emergency services
- Establish and maintain medical standards, protocols, and best practices
- Mentor veterinarians, interns, and support staff
- Collaborate with hospital leadership on strategic planning, recruitment, and service development
- Maintain an active clinical caseload within your area of expertise
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing hospital culture
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $180,000–$275,000, based on specialty, experience, and production
- Additional Medical Director stipend
- 25% production compensation with no negative accrual
- Continuing education allowance with paid CE leave
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching
- Paid parental leave
- Generous paid time off
- Professional autonomy with operational support
Practice Environment
- Established specialty and emergency referral hospital
- Advanced diagnostic equipment and modern medical technology
- Collaborative team supported by experienced technicians and staff
- Leadership committed to high-quality patient care, mentorship, and sustainable clinical practice
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
- Board certification in a veterinary specialty (such as emergency, internal medicine, surgery, or a related specialty) strongly preferred
- Eligible for veterinary licensure in the practicing state
- Previous leadership experience or a strong interest in clinical leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and excellent client communication
- Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Location
Located in western North Carolina, the area offers a high quality of life with convenient access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Charlotte metropolitan region.