Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Medical Director Veterinarian to lead clinical excellence within a well-established companion animal practice. This full-time opportunity is particularly suited to a confident veterinary professional who enjoys combining hands-on medicine with mentoring responsibilities, clinical decision-making and the development of high-performing veterinary teams. The position offers a diverse caseload involving preventative healthcare, dentistry, surgery, diagnostic investigations and urgent medical presentations during regular operating hours.
The successful candidate will play an influential role in shaping clinical protocols, supporting associate veterinarians and improving patient care through effective professional leadership. Working closely with experienced operational colleagues, the position provides opportunities to strengthen veterinary service delivery, guide clinical performance and contribute to long-term practice development. Structured leadership training, dedicated administrative time and professional mentorship offer valuable support for continued progression in veterinary management.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised DVM or VMD qualification with current or eligible veterinary licensing in Tennessee.
- At least three years of professional veterinary practice experience with strong clinical judgement and medical expertise.
- Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain the necessary authorisation.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with confidence in mentoring veterinarians and developing clinical teams.
- Excellent communication, organisational and decision-making skills with a commitment to maintaining high veterinary standards.
Package:
- A potential signing incentive of up to $50,000, subject to agreed employment terms.
- Additional Medical Director remuneration paid biweekly with dedicated administrative time.
- Employer-matched 401(k) retirement savings contributions.
- An enhanced production compensation structure with quarterly bonus opportunities and no negative accrual.
- Structured clinical leadership training with individual mentoring and professional development support.
- A potential retention incentive of up to $25,000 distributed over three years.
- Comprehensive health and life insurance benefits alongside short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid parental leave and additional leave provisions for eligible employees welcoming a new pet.
- Access to continuing education courses, professional learning resources and veterinary healthcare discounts.
- Subsidised backup childcare and eldercare assistance, subject to employee eligibility.
