Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian to guide medical quality while maintaining an active role in clinical care. This leadership position is ideal for a veterinarian who values autonomy, enjoys mentoring colleagues, and is motivated to elevate standards across a collaborative small animal hospital. You will balance strategic oversight with hands-on medicine, ensuring both patients and team members thrive.
The caseload spans preventive services, advanced diagnostics, surgery, and urgent care, offering a dynamic clinical environment. In this role, you will foster professional growth within the veterinary team, strengthen hospital performance in partnership with leadership, and champion consistent, evidence-based medical protocols that support long-term success.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing clinical direction and oversight to associate veterinarians
- Coaching team members through structured performance and development discussions
- Partnering with hospital leadership to guide operational and financial outcomes
- Leading medical meetings to refine protocols and introduce service enhancements
- Supporting recruitment, mentorship, and community engagement initiatives
Qualifications Needed:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
- Active Florida veterinary license in good standing
- Minimum of two years of small animal clinical experience
- Demonstrated leadership skills with a collaborative management style
- Strong organizational and communication abilities
Package:
- Leadership compensation model with monthly production-based bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans
- 401(k) retirement savings program with employer match
- Paid professional liability insurance and licensure coverage
- Continuing education funding with dedicated CE days
- Advanced leadership and management development resources
- Access to in-depth specialty-focused clinical education tracks
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability protection
- Flexible scheduling with generous paid time off
