Medical Director

Medical Director – Small Animal Veterinarian

We are seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role within a well-established general practice. This opportunity is ideal for a DVM passionate about leadership, mentorship, and high-quality patient care, while remaining actively involved in clinical medicine and surgery.

Medical Director Responsibilities

• Lead by example in medical and surgical standards
• Mentor veterinarians and support staff
• Guide clinical decision-making and team development
• Support hospital operations and positive team culture
• Collaborate with leadership to implement protocols and improve workflows

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide preventive care, diagnostics, and chronic disease management

• Perform general soft tissue surgeries (spay/neuter, mass removals, foreign bodies)

• Deliver comprehensive dental care, including extractions with radiographic support

• Promote compassionate, Fear Free veterinary care

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school

• Licensed or license-eligible to practice veterinary medicine

• Minimum 3 years of small animal clinical experience

• Proficiency in general surgery and dentistry

• Prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred

• Strong collaboration, communication, and coaching skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production incentives

• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

• Student loan assistance (up to $15,000/year for multiple years)

• 401(k) with employer match

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• HSA/FSA and college savings options

• Paid time off and paid parental leave

• Flexible full-time or part-time schedules

• Annual CE allowance with additional CE PTO

• Coverage of licensure fees, dues, and professional liability insurance

• Access to leadership training, dental wet labs, and advanced ultrasound education