General Practice Care - Medical Director - Ponchatoula , LA

General Practice Care - Medical Director - Ponchatoula , LA

Ponchatoula, United States | Posted on 05/04/2026

An exceptional veterinary hospital, with a dedicated team, is seeking an experienced Medical Director to provide leadership, oversee medical operations, and ensure superior patient and client care to members of its community. The ideal leader for this hospital is a veterinarian who is prepared to manage a team of doctors and medical staff, and successfully oversee the clinical direction of the practice.

This hospital is open to considering experienced veterinarians who are prepared to take on a senior leadership role, overseeing medical operations and working collaboratively with the practice manager.

Credentials & Qualifications That Are Required

• Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree (VMD) from an AVMA accredited college or university.
• Active state license in good standing, or currently pursuing licensure.
• Current DEA license in good standing, or willing to obtain.
• A commitment to veterinary excellence and upholding the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics.
• Proven leadership experience, typically overseeing medical operations.

Qualities & Skills That Are Appreciated

• Being supportive, inclusive, a strong communicator, and constantly curious.
• Empathy and the ability to navigate difficult cases with sensitivity.
• Providing leadership and mentorship to all veterinary staff.
• Excitement for learning, collaborating, and growing.
• Courage to seek out new challenges and experiences.
• Devotion to patient care, client care, clinical excellence, and professional development.
• Self-motivation, efficiency, creativity, confidence, and determination.
• Love for, and a dedication to veterinary medicine.

Total Rewards Created With Intention

Below is an overview of rewards and benefits that our partners may offer, but the specific details surrounding each hospital’s total rewards package will be provided by the hiring manager during each interview process.

• A customized and comprehensive compensation package, that’s tailored to you!
• The potential for a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment options.
• A selection of Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance plans, to fit your needs.
• Company covered Professional Liability Insurance, state and DEA licensure, accreditations and memberships, and more!
• Paid PTO and Parental Leave, because self-care and family time is a priority!
• Retirement plans that provide a company match, so you’re not alone in planning for your future.
• Discounted veterinary care, so your personal pets are taken care of too!
• Annual allowance for professional development and continued learning.

All are welcome. USVTA is committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for all. We will always provide a fair and equal interview and recruiting process to all applicants and candidates. All decisions made during our interview and recruiting process are based solely on an applicant’s or candidate’s qualifications, training, experience, and abilities. We will never discriminate against an applicant or candidate for any reason, including, but not limited to, based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, pregnancy, or genetic information.