Veterinary Medical Director J889270

Lead clinical quality and mentor veterinarians as an Area Chief of Staff in Mineola, NY, with compensation up to $190,000. Step into a hospital-based leadership role while keeping hands-on clinical skills sharp.

The Hospital
This established small-animal practice group offers a collaborative, training-focused environment where veterinary teams are supported to practice at the top of their license. Doctors are backed by experienced licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service professionals. Facilities include a fully equipped surgical and dental suite, digital radiography, dental radiography, and same-day in-house laboratory testing. Appointment options include both in-room and drop-off, with select same-day/urgent care availability and access to telemedicine workflows. The clinics are conveniently situated in a high-visibility retail corridor, helping ensure steady client flow and easy access for staff. Structured onboarding, coaching, and continuing education support are core parts of the culture.

Location
Centrally located in Nassau County on Long Island, Mineola blends small-town walkability with big-city access. It is a commuter hub with excellent transit links, a lively downtown, and convenient shopping and dining.
- County seat of Nassau County with a strong civic and professional presence downtown
- Major transit hub: Mineola LIRR and Intermodal Center connect to Manhattan and across Long Island
- Quick access to the Long Island Expressway, Northern State Parkway, and Meadowbrook Parkway
- Minutes from Roosevelt Field and surrounding shopping, dining, and entertainment
- Near NYU Langone Hospital - Long Island, a significant local healthcare anchor
- Walkable main streets with independent restaurants, cafes, and regular community events
- Strong local schools, including Mineola Union Free School District and nearby high-performing districts
- Historic interest nearby, including the Hempstead Plains and the historic Roosevelt Field area

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Flexible scheduling within a full-time leadership role
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick leave
- Continuing education allowance with paid CE days
- Professional resource subscriptions and certification support
- 401(k) with company match
- License, professional dues, and DEA fee reimbursement
- Liability coverage
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Employee assistance program and wellness resources
- Employee pet care discounts
- Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
- Eligibility for performance and production-based incentives

The Role
- Provide medical leadership for a group of hospitals, cultivating a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture
- Coach and develop associate veterinarians through structured onboarding, skills development, and ongoing feedback
- Balance leadership with clinical duties; this is a hospital-based, working manager position
- Validate clinical quality through medical record reviews, case discussions, audits, and patient safety follow-ups
- Partner with practice leadership to meet operational goals and drive consistent, high-quality, client-centered care
- Support recruitment and serve as an ambassador within the local veterinary community, including student engagement and extern support
- Oversee compliant controlled substance management and act as Responsible Veterinarian for permits as required
- Ensure adherence to applicable regulations and clinical standards, creating action plans to close identified gaps
- Manage medical equipment needs and requests to maintain clinical readiness
- Address client escalations related to medical care and support a culture of accessibility and excellent service

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- Current New York veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)
- DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Proven clinical proficiency in general practice, including routine surgery and dentistry
- Prior leadership experience (lead doctor, multi-site, or comparable) strongly preferred
- Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable with digital medical records and telemedicine-supported workflows

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