Veterinary Medical Director

Veterinary Medical Director

J889271 Jacksonville Florida USD129K- USD196K / Year

Lead clinical teams and shape standards of care as Area Chief of Staff (Veterinarian) in Jacksonville, FL, with compensation up to $196,000. This hospital-based leadership role combines hands-on medicine with multi-site coaching, quality oversight, and team development.

The Hospital

Established small-animal clinic in a convenient retail-based setting with ample free parking and easy client access.

Busy, steady client flow supported by a collaborative culture and consistent, predictable shift patterns that include some weekend coverage.

Team-based environment with veterinarians, credentialed veterinary technicians/technologists, and client service coordinators.

Facilities include dedicated exam rooms, in-house diagnostics and laboratory capabilities, dental care services, and a surgical suite for routine procedures.

Emphasis on preventive care, client education, and efficient, coordinated workflows within a supportive, training-focused environment.

Location

Jacksonville combines coastal living with big-city opportunity, offering diverse neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and a strong employer base.

Florida’s largest city by population with a growing labor market and broad career potential.

Diverse residential options from urban downtown to quiet suburbs and beach communities.

Atlantic coast beaches, the St. Johns River, and extensive parks and nature preserves for year-round outdoor activities.

Major employers in healthcare, finance, logistics, and the public sector, including significant Navy installations and a leading Atlantic port.

Expanding air travel options via Jacksonville International Airport.

Cultural highlights such as the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, MOSH, the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, and the historic Riverside/Avondale district.

Access to local universities and colleges that support a strong talent pipeline.

More affordable than many other Florida coastal metros.

Benefits

• Base compensation with production-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance with paid CE days
• Reimbursement for professional dues and license fees
• Professional liability coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance
• Parental leave and employee assistance/mental health support
• Uniform allowance
• Relocation assistance considered
• Structured leadership development and clear career pathways

The Role

• Provides medical leadership for a local group of hospitals, ensuring consistent, high-quality, patient- and client-centered care.
• Serves as a hospital-based, working leader, balancing clinical duties with coaching and operational oversight.
• Partners with practice leadership to achieve clinical quality metrics and operational goals.
• Conducts medical record reviews, quality audits, and patient safety event reviews; implements action plans to address gaps.
• Oversees onboarding, coaching, and skills development for veterinarians, including surgical and dental competencies.
• Ensures regulatory compliance, including controlled substance management and required permits.
• Supports recruiting efforts and provides an excellent experience for candidates and student externs.
• Promotes preventive care and effective client communication, assisting with resolution of care-related concerns.
• Manages medical equipment needs and maintenance in coordination with leadership.
• Works a consistent schedule that may include periodic weekend coverage and local travel between assigned hospitals.

Requirements

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution (or equivalent)
• Active license to practice veterinary medicine in Florida (or eligibility prior to start)
• DEA registration (or eligibility)
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Several years of small-animal clinical experience, including proficiency in routine surgery and dentistry
• Demonstrated leadership experience coaching veterinarians and teams; multi-site leadership experience is advantageous
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; comfortable in a fast-paced clinic setting
• Proficiency with medical records, data review, and practice management software
• Commitment to collaborative, inclusive team culture and continuous improvement