Job Description: Our client is seeking a Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian to lead clinical excellence within a well-established companion animal hospital. This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about mentoring colleagues, elevating standards of care, and maintaining a strong connection to hands-on clinical work. The role blends medical leadership with active patient care, allowing you to shape both outcomes and culture.
You will guide associate veterinarians, encourage professional growth, and collaborate closely with hospital leadership to support operational success. The caseload includes preventive care, urgent presentations, advanced diagnostics, and surgical procedures, offering the opportunity to remain fully engaged in high-level medicine while driving continuous improvement across the hospital.
In this position, your responsibilities will include:
- Mentoring and developing associate veterinarians through structured feedback and goal setting
- Modeling exceptional medical standards and client communication
- Partnering with hospital leadership to support financial and operational performance
- Leading regular doctor meetings focused on quality improvement and service growth
- Supporting recruitment, externships, and ongoing team development initiatives
Qualifications Needed:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
- Active Florida veterinary license in good standing
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience
- Demonstrated leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills
- Interest in hospital operations and performance management
Package:
- Leadership-focused compensation structure with monthly production incentives
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan with generous employer match
- Paid professional liability coverage and licensure fees
- Continuing education allowance with dedicated CE days
- Access to structured leadership development programs
- Advanced clinical training opportunities across multiple specialty tracks
- Paid parental leave benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible scheduling with generous paid time off
