Veterinary Medical Director

Veterinary Medical Director

J889260 Fayetteville North Carolina USD129K- USD195K / Year

Lead medical teams across multiple sites as an Area Chief of Staff in Fayetteville, NC, with compensation up to $195,000. Step into a high-impact leadership role where clinical excellence, mentoring, and operations align to elevate care for pets and their families.

The Hospital

• Progressive small-animal practice environment with a collaborative, team-first culture
• Skilled support staff including credentialed technicians and experienced veterinary assistants
• Modern clinical capabilities: preventive care, general and spay/neuter surgery, dental care with dental digital X-rays, digital radiology, and in-house laboratory diagnostics
• On-site pharmacy, efficient drop-off appointments, and on-demand interpretation services (including ASL) to support a diverse client community
• Structured onboarding, mentorship, and ongoing training opportunities, including a pipeline for students and recent graduates
• Early-morning through early-evening weekday hours with weekend morning availability for balanced scheduling
• Active local client base with opportunities to further strengthen client experience and care consistency

Location

Fayetteville, NC combines affordability with momentum. Adjacent to one of the nation’s most significant military installations, the city blends stability and growth with a revitalized downtown, family-friendly parks, and regional connectivity.

• Diverse, welcoming community of about 209,000 residents
• Strong local employers and a robust health and education ecosystem
• Downtown energy with Segra Stadium, historic districts, and year-round events
• Outdoor amenities including the Cape Fear River Trail and the Cape Fear Botanical Garden
• Quick access to I-95, convenient flights from Fayetteville Regional Airport, and an easy drive to Raleigh
• Recognized for affordability and multiple All-America City awards

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• Licensure, DEA, and professional membership support
• Professional liability coverage
• Parental leave and family-formatted benefits
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Employee pet care discounts
• Resources for wellbeing and career development

The Role

• Full-time, multi-site leadership position overseeing medical quality and doctor development across assigned hospitals
• Coach, mentor, and manage associate veterinarians to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care
• Conduct regular hospital visits, quality reviews, and case discussions to support consistent standards of care
• Lead doctor recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and ongoing training; support a strong mentorship culture for new graduates and externs
• Partner with practice and operations leaders to drive clinical excellence, client satisfaction, and hospital performance
• Guide medical equipment stewardship, including functionality, maintenance, and requests for additions
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, including controlled substances and radiation safety
• Represent the hospitals within local professional organizations and referral communities
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed to support teams and clients

Requirements

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution
• License to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
• Proven clinical competence in general practice, including routine soft-tissue surgery and dentistry
• Demonstrated success coaching or leading veterinary teams; multi-site leadership experience is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; comfortable traveling between local hospitals