Medical Director

Medical Director (Managing DVM)

Role Overview
This position offers a highly experienced veterinarian the opportunity to step into a leadership role within a growing small-animal practice while continuing to provide clinical care. The Medical Director guides medical standards, mentors veterinary staff, and partners with practice leadership to support operational excellence, compliance, and long-term growth, ensuring high-quality, ethical, and compassionate patient care. The role also helps foster a collaborative team culture focused on excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and mentorship to associate veterinarians
• Foster a collaborative, team-focused culture delivering high-quality care
• Partner with leadership on daily operations and staff development
• Lead meetings and support performance management
• Establish and monitor medical protocols and best practices
• Ensure regulatory compliance and ethical standards
• Support strategic planning and practice growth
• Promote clinical excellence and financial sustainability

Qualifications

• DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited institution

• Active veterinary license in good standing

• Clinical experience preferred

• Leadership and team management skills

• Strong communication and organizational abilities

• Commitment to high medical standards and compassionate care