Director of Veterinary Medicine

The client is seeking a Director of Veterinary Medicine to provide strategic leadership and medical oversight for various programs, including shelter medicine, public clinics, high-quality/high-volume spay/neuter (HQHVSN) surgery, and wildlife care. This role involves setting medical standards, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring a veterinary team in a dynamic environment. The director will develop and execute a vision for medical programs, create and maintain medical protocols, and oversee staffing and resource allocation to deliver efficient services. Key responsibilities include driving continuous improvement through performance metrics, partnering with executive leadership on strategy and program growth, and leading disease prevention protocols. The director will also serve as the chief medical authority, evaluate medical equipment needs, and oversee procurement and maintenance. Additional duties involve mentoring veterinary staff, leading recruitment and retention efforts, developing training and professional development programs, and managing departmental budgets while ensuring accurate medical recordkeeping. The ideal candidate will possess a DVM/VMD degree, a Pennsylvania veterinary license or the ability to obtain one, and USDA APHIS Accreditation. Candidates should have 7ﾖ10+ years of clinical veterinary experience, with 3ﾖ5+ years in a leadership or program oversight role, preferably in shelter medicine or similar high-volume environments. Strong surgical skills, particularly in HQHVSN, are highly preferred, along with proficiency in medical record systems and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.