Veterinary Medical Director

Are you an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step into medical leadership, without giving up the clinical autonomy and connection with patients that made you love veterinary medicine in the first place?

Atlas have partnered with a fantastic clinic that are looking for an ambitious Medical Director to join their established two-doctor small animal hospital in Cincinnati, OH, offering them the opportunity to shape the hospital’s medical direction, culture and future growth.

You’ll be joining a beautiful 5,000-square-foot hospital with six exam rooms, alongside two experienced veterinarians and a dedicated support team. This is a hospital with a strong foundation, but plenty of room to grow, and as Medical Director, you’ll have a genuine opportunity to influence how that growth happens.

This role combines clinical practice with meaningful leadership. You’ll mentor and develop the veterinary team, champion medical excellence, help attract and retain great doctors, and work closely with operational and medical leadership to strengthen the hospital. You’ll have the autonomy to lead while having a wider support network behind you, you’ll never be expected to figure it all out alone.

This is more than just a leadership position, you’ll be offered the opportunity to become an equity partner, giving you the chance to share in the success and growth you help create. If you’re looking for somewhere you can build something long-term rather than simply step into another job, this is an opportunity worth exploring! Reach out today to learn more.

Key Highlights:

- Take on a Medical Director role within an established, two-doctor small animal hospital in Cincinnati, OH.

- Lead the hospital’s medical vision, standards and clinical development, while continuing to practise as a veterinarian

- Mentor, coach and empower the veterinary team, helping doctors and support staff grow in confidence and capability

- Help shape hospital culture and create a collaborative environment where the entire team can do their best work

- Enjoy significant clinical autonomy, supported by experienced medical and operational leaders

- Influence the hospital’s growth strategy, clinical capacity, team structure and overall client and patient experience

- Access structured Doctor Leadership Programmes, clinical pathways, peer summits and Medical Advisory Board collaboration

- Opportunity to become an equity partner, allowing you to participate in the wider organisation’s growth and long-term success

About You:

- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Degree

- Hold an Ohio State License or have the ability to obtain one

- Have a couple of years clinical experience and you’re ready to take on a meaningful leadership position

- Strong clinical judgement and are passionate about maintaining high standards of medical excellence while empowering other doctors to practise with autonomy

- A natural leader who enjoys mentoring, coaching and developing those around you

- Entrepreneurial mindset and enjoy spotting opportunities to improve a hospital, then turning those ideas into action.

- Confident building relationships with clients, colleagues and support teams and are passionate about creating a positive, collaborative hospital culture.

Benefits:

- Competitive base salary, ProSal compensation plus a Medical Director stipend

- Mutually agreed schedule

- Opportunity to become an equity partner, with the potential to share in the long-term growth and success of the hospital

- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

- 401K with employer match

- Generous PTO and a culture that genuinely encourages you to take it

- $2,400 annual lifestyle benefit to use towards your personal or professional priorities.

- CE allowance, dedicated CE days and paid AVMA membership, state licensure and DEA registration.

- Access to leadership development, clinical pathways, mentorship, peer collaboration, mental health support and an Employee Assistance Programme