Medical Director - Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director – Veterinarian Position Overview

Seeking an experienced veterinarian to lead a small animal practice as Medical Director. This role combines clinical excellence with leadership, mentorship, and oversight of medical standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Practice Highlights

• Established 4-doctor general practice serving dogs, cats, and exotic pets.
• Modern facility with:
  • 5 exam rooms
  • Dedicated surgery suite
  • In-house laboratory
  • Digital radiology
  • Dental radiology
• Strong focus on client communication and low-stress, compassionate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the veterinary team and maintain high clinical standards.
• Mentor veterinarians and support staff.
• Guide medical decision-making and improve clinical workflows.
• Support daily hospital operations and foster a positive team culture.
• Provide preventive care, diagnostics, and chronic disease management.
• Perform general soft tissue surgeries, including spay/neuter, mass removals, and foreign body surgeries.
• Deliver dental procedures, including extractions with radiographic support.
• Promote compassionate, patient-centered veterinary care.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Maryland.
• Minimum 3 years of small animal practice experience.
• Strong skills in general soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and coaching skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with production-based earning potential.
• Annual leadership performance bonus.
• Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.
• Equity ownership opportunity.
• Relocation assistance.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Student loan assistance for eligible candidates.
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days.
• Paid professional licensing and membership fees.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Wellness and mental health resources.
• Employee pet care discounts.

About the Practice

An established animal hospital providing comprehensive veterinary services, including preventive care, vaccinations, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, advanced diagnostics, nutritional counseling, behavioral support, and care for occasional exotic pet patients. The practice emphasizes compassionate handling, client education, and high-quality medical care.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers all qualified applicants without discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.