Medical Director

Introduction Our client is a practice in Delray Beach seeking a Lead Veterinarian to oversee both clinical and leadership functions within their hospital. This role is designed for an experienced veterinarian who will dedicate the majority of their time to delivering high-quality medical care while also guiding the team, shaping hospital operations, and fostering a strong, positive culture. Working Hours / Rota This is a full-time position, and the Lead Veterinarian position includes a lot of autonomy on schedules. The hospital operates on an alternating schedule on Mondays and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm or 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm, is closed on Wednesdays, and is closed on Sundays. Role Description and Responsibilities This position requires an experienced veterinarian who will spend approximately 85% of their time on clinical duties and 15% on leadership responsibilities. Clinical responsibilities include behavioral consultations, dermatology, diagnostics, euthanasia, kitten and puppy care, microchipping, nutritional counseling, oncology diagnostics, oral health, prescription management, senior pet care, spaying and neutering, surgery, travel documentation, vaccinations, and wellness exams. Leadership responsibilities include ensuring high-quality veterinary care, supervising medical procedures and guidelines, creating and maintaining the doctor schedule, mentoring Associate Veterinarians, leading rounds and meetings, partnering with the Operations Manager on client experience, participating in recruitment, and upholding the practice's values and culture. The role is open to experienced veterinarians only. Practice Details The practice is part of a growing community of locally owned hospitals with a mission to empower veterinarians and deliver exceptional care. The clinic offers a wide range of services including behavioral consultations, dermatology, diagnostics, euthanasia, kitten care, microchipping, nutritional counseling, oncology diagnostics, oral health, prescription management, puppy care, senior pet care, spaying and neutering, surgery, travel documentation, vaccinations, and wellness exams. Team The practice emphasizes a talented team of veterinary professionals, including 1 DVM and a great support team. Candidate Requirements Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA) Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so About Tempus Recruitment This is a brief overview of the role, therefore we fully appreciate there are always more questions to be asked about the job, the company, and so on. We assure you that Tempus Recruitment are here to help and are more than happy to get those questions answered for you in advance of any potential interviews. We are here to make the recruitment process simple and stress free, working with our clients to ensure that you have all the information you need before formally making an application. Haven't Worked with a Recruiter Before? No Problem! All communication is 100% private and confidential Our service is completely FREE for candidates looking for a new job We have exclusive roles not being advertised publicly We tailor job searches to your specific needs, therefore you will only get sent roles that match your requirements What Happens Next Interested in this position or others that we can offer? Apply now or request a call back! One of our expert recruiters will reach out to you to gather all the relevant information regarding your search. This will then allow us to put together a tailored jobs list based on your requirements. #IHTVRP The Package Competitive Salary Competitive salary 22% production Access to a coaching platform Unlimited CE & 3 CE days Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401k match Friendly employee discounts on veterinary services and products Coverage of malpractice insurance, state license dues, and DEA dues Paid sabbatical program 15 PTO days without negative accrual Paid parental leave Annual childcare stipends Employment Type: Full Time