Veterinarian, Medical Director

Job Description

Job Description

What would your next career move look like if you could help lead a veterinary team while still practicing medicine—and have a real say in how the hospital grows?

A small-animal practice on the Eastside of the Seattle metro area is looking for an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a Medical Director role. This is an opportunity to guide clinical standards, help develop fellow veterinarians, and contribute to the direction of the practice without leaving patient care behind.

What You'll Find Here

• A voice in how medicine is practiced: Help guide clinical decisions, strengthen medical processes, and influence the quality of care.

• A chance to develop other veterinarians: Coach associate doctors, encourage professional growth, and help build a stronger clinical team.

• Leadership support: You'll partner with practice leadership and have access to structured development resources for medical leaders.

• Clinical work remains part of the role: This position combines hands-on veterinary medicine with leadership responsibilities.

• More earning potential: Base compensation is paired with production opportunities, with no negative accrual.

• Room to lead your way: Bring your own perspective to team development, communication, and the practice's clinical direction.

What You'll Be Doing

The opportunity is based in a small-animal general practice. You'll continue providing veterinary care while helping maintain medical standards, support patient safety, and guide the clinical team. The role also includes involvement in recruiting, onboarding, and retaining veterinary professionals.

Who Might Love This

An experienced veterinarian with at least three years in practice who enjoys helping colleagues grow and wants to take on a broader leadership role. Previous experience coaching or leading a team is important. You should be comfortable balancing clinical responsibilities with the people and operational side of veterinary medicine.

The Basics

• Role: Full-time Medical Director

• Location: Greater Seattle Eastside, Washington

• Experience: At least three years of veterinary practice experience

• Base compensation: 115,000–175,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience

• Additional compensation: Production opportunities and a Medical Director stipend

• Sign-on bonus: Up to $75,000

• Relocation: Assistance available

• Professional requirements: DVM/VMD, Washington veterinary license, and DEA license or eligibility

Benefits

• Health and insurance coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid parental leave

• Continuing education and leadership development

• Mental health and family-support resources

• Veterinary service discounts and pet-related benefits

A Little About the Area

The Eastside offers a mix of established neighborhoods, suburban communities, and access to the greater Seattle region. Outdoor recreation, parks, and regional amenities are part of the area's appeal, while a variety of residential settings offer options for different lifestyles.

Not actively looking? That's okay.

If you're considering a move into leadership—or simply curious about what your next chapter could look like—let's have a confidential conversation.

Contact Beyond Just You Recruiting to learn more. We'll share the details privately and let you decide whether this opportunity is worth exploring.

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