Medical Director - Route 516 Animal Hospital

Medical Director Opportunity

Lead a hospital. Shape a team. Still practice the medicine you love.

Some leadership roles pull veterinarians away from patient care. This isn't one of them.

At Route 516 Animal Hospital, we're looking for a Medical Director who wants the opportunity to guide a talented team, influence the future of a growing practice, and maintain an active role in medicine. This is a chance to make a lasting impact, not just on patients and clients, but on the veterinarians, technicians, and support staff who help make great medicine possible every day. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your contributions help shape the future of a hospital, we'd love to meet you.

Why Route 516?

Lead without losing your identity as a veterinarian: Maintain an active role in patient care while helping guide medical standards, mentorship, and hospital growth.

Influence the future of the hospital: Partner with an engaged team to support clinical excellence, strengthen culture, and drive long-term success.

Medical autonomy matters here: Practice medicine your way while having the support of a veterinarian-led organization that values local decision-making.

Build a team people want to be part of: Great hospitals aren't built by one person. They're built by leaders who develop people, encourage growth, and create an environment where teams thrive.

Support beyond the hospital walls: You'll have the backing of Encore Vet Group along with a community of veterinary leaders who understand the opportunities and challenges of practice leadership.

You Are...

• A US-licensed DVM or equivalent
• An experienced veterinarian ready to step into leadership or an established Medical Director seeking a new opportunity
• Passionate about developing people and supporting team growth
• Confident in diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery, and client communication
• A collaborative leader who values transparency, mentorship, and teamwork
• Excited to help shape the future of a practice while continuing to practice medicine

Compensation Details

Our base salary range is from $140,000- 160,000 based on experience and production capabilities. We have pro-sal and salary options and we're open to offering a sign-on bonus or relocation package. We can be creative with your total compensation package so that you get the things you need to be able to come join us!

Perks + Benefits:

• Generous CE Allowance + access to Encore Performance Academy trainings.
• Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Pet Benefits, 401(k) with up to a 5% match.
• Paid parental leave and holiday pay.
• Professional dues coverage + student loan assistance.
• Local leadership, medical autonomy, and the backing of Encore Vet Group, a supportive network of 55 veterinarian-led practices who keep it real and support practices in achieving their own unique goals.

The best Medical Directors don't just manage hospitals. They help build cultures, develop teams, elevate medicine, and create places where people are excited to come to work.

If that sounds like the kind of impact you'd like to make, let's talk.