Job Description: Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Medical Director to lead clinical excellence within an established small animal practice offering a welcoming environment and a strong commitment to compassionate patient care. This opportunity is ideally suited to a veterinarian who enjoys combining hands-on clinical medicine with leadership responsibilities, mentoring colleagues and contributing to the continued improvement of veterinary services. The position offers a balanced division of approximately 70% clinical duties and 30% medical leadership, providing an excellent opportunity to influence patient outcomes while maintaining an active veterinary caseload.
The successful candidate will oversee medical standards, guide clinical decision-making and collaborate with practice management to support operational performance and long-term development. Clinical responsibilities involve providing comprehensive veterinary care for cats and dogs, supported by facilities including hands-free radiography, dental imaging and surgical cautery equipment. The practice maintains AAHA accreditation and encourages Fear Free handling principles, creating an environment focused on patient comfort, clinical quality and professional collaboration.
Package:
- Attractive signing incentive available for eligible candidates accepting this veterinary leadership position.
- Full-time working arrangements with current opening hours from 7:30 am to 5 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
- Opportunity to dedicate approximately 30% of working time to medical leadership while maintaining 70% involvement in clinical practice.
- Access to dental radiography, hands-free imaging facilities and surgical equipment supporting comprehensive companion animal care.
- Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings contributions to assist with long-term financial security.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance arrangements with additional healthcare benefit options.
- Generous continuing education allowances, paid educational days and opportunities to develop clinical leadership expertise.
- Paid parental leave, annual vacation allowances and sick leave provisions supporting personal commitments.
- Opportunities to mentor developing veterinarians, contribute to clinical research and maintain AAHA-accredited medical standards.
- Discounted veterinary treatment for personal pets, supportive clinical colleagues and opportunities to influence the future development of veterinary services.
