Emergency Veterinarian Medical Director

Emergency Veterinarian Medical DirectorEmergency Veterinarian Medical Director Opportunity in Fort Wayne, IN Schedule: Full-TimeWhy Join Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty HospitalAre you a visionary veterinary leader ready to make a lasting impact? At Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES), we are seeking a Medical Director to guide our collaborative, expert-driven, and patient-focused hospital into its next chapter of excellence.Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, NIVES is more than just a hospital. It's one of the largest specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals in the state, serving pets and their families throughout northeast Indiana, northwest Ohio, and southern Michigan. As our Medical Director, you'll have the unique opportunity to combine clinical excellence with strategic leadership while shaping the future of a thriving, multi-specialty practice. NIVES has been providing exceptional specialty and emergency care for more than 20 years and is AAHA-accredited and the only VECCS Level II Certified veterinary critical care facility in Indiana.Why Choose NIVES?NIVES is recognized for its commitment to advanced medicine, compassionate care, and collaboration with referring veterinarians. Our Medical Director will lead and support an exceptional team that includes:Board-certified specialists in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, and soon-to-be Medical OncologyA dedicated team of 12 experienced emergency veterinarians providing 24/7 emergency care, 365 days a yearHighly skilled licensed technicians and compassionate support staffA collaborative, referral-based environment focused on delivering the highest standard of patient careState-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including CT imaging, digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, in-house laboratory services, and a fully staffed ICU offering advanced critical care and transfusion medicineAs Medical Director, you'll play a key role in shaping medical standards, mentoring clinicians, fostering an engaging and positive culture, and driving clinical excellence across all departments.Why Fort Wayne?Fort Wayne offers the perfect combination of affordability, opportunity, and quality of life. As Indiana's second-largest city, it provides the amenities of a metropolitan area while maintaining a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere.Perks & BenefitsBenefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.Competitive compensationSign-on or relocation assistanceHealth, dental, and vision insuranceCE allowance and professional development supportPaid time offRetirement savings optionsEmployee assistance programsIn your day-to-day, you will:As Medical Director, your responsibilities will include:Providing medical leadership and strategic direction for the hospitalPartnering with the Hospital Director to achieve operational excellenceMentoring and developing a talented team of veterinariansLeading medical quality assurance and continuing education initiativesSupporting recruitment, onboarding, and retention of exceptional cliniciansPromoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvementMaintaining a partial clinical caseload to remain actively involved in patient careWhat You Bring:We're looking for a leader who is committed to clinical excellence and team development. Ideal candidates will have:Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, or medical management experience preferredA passion for fostering collaboration, professional growth, and exceptional patient careStrong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to building relationships with colleagues and the referring veterinary communityEligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of IndianaJoin UsIf you're a collaborative and forward-thinking veterinary leader looking to make a lasting impact while working alongside an exceptional team dedicated to clinical excellence, we'd love to hear from you.