Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Veterinary Medical Director to lead a progressive, well-established animal hospital offering comprehensive veterinary services for companion animals and a variety of exotic species. This exciting leadership opportunity is ideally suited to a veterinarian who enjoys combining clinical excellence with teaching, mentorship, and the development of a highly motivated team. The practice provides a diverse clinical environment, including dedicated facilities for exotic animal treatment, specialist interests in palliative and hospice care, and a strong commitment to compassionate, low-stress patient handling.
The successful candidate will take an active role in guiding the hospital’s clinical direction while working closely with practice management to enhance operational effectiveness and maintain exceptional standards of veterinary medicine. The team includes veterinarians with varied clinical interests and experience, creating an excellent setting for professional collaboration and knowledge sharing. With an established emphasis on Fear Free handling techniques, the practice prioritises patient comfort, thoughtful treatment planning, and positive experiences for both animals and their owners.
This position offers the opportunity to influence the long-term success of a respected veterinary hospital while continuing to develop personal clinical and leadership expertise. The incoming Medical Director will receive dedicated administrative time, access to comprehensive professional education, and support from experienced operational teams. With a varied caseload, modern clinical resources, and a culture centred on professional development, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious veterinarian seeking a fulfilling leadership position.
This clinic is a short drive from central Rochester.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Providing clinical leadership across general veterinary medicine, surgical services, and the management of diverse companion animal cases.
- Encouraging professional growth through hands-on mentorship, clinical discussions, and the sharing of specialist knowledge.
- Working collaboratively with practice management to strengthen hospital performance, develop effective procedures, and maintain high-quality patient services.
- Championing compassionate handling techniques, excellent clinical protocols, and individualised treatment approaches for every patient.
- Supporting veterinary colleagues in managing complex cases while promoting a welcoming, cooperative, and professionally rewarding workplace.
Qualifications Needed:
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or an equivalent recognised veterinary qualification.
- Appropriate New York veterinary registration in good standing, or eligibility to secure the required licence before commencing employment.
- Active DEA registration or the ability to obtain the necessary authorisation.
- Demonstrated clinical confidence, effective decision-making abilities, and a genuine interest in mentoring veterinary professionals.
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire teamwork and guide continuous improvements in clinical practice.
Package:
- Generous initial joining payment of up to $50,000, complemented by a further retention incentive of up to $25,000 over three years.
- Additional Medical Director stipend paid fortnightly, recognising leadership responsibilities and allocated administrative duties.
- Enhanced performance-related compensation with quarterly production rewards and no negative accrual.
- Access to a broad selection of professional learning programmes, including accredited dental education and advanced clinical training.
- Employer-matched 401(k) retirement contributions to support long-term financial planning.
- Comprehensive healthcare arrangements, together with life insurance and income protection through disability benefit programmes.
- Protected non-clinical working time to focus on hospital management, team development, and strategic improvements.
- Practical family assistance services, including support with childcare, eldercare, and individual family planning needs.
- Confidential wellbeing and counselling resources available around the clock to support personal and professional wellness.
- Opportunities to develop leadership capabilities through structured mentorship, operational guidance, and continuing veterinary education.
