Veterinary Medical Director - Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine

Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD) Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine | El Dorado Animal Hospital | Fountain Hills, Arizona Lead Exceptional Medicine. Mentor Great Doctors. Shape the Future of a Growing Hospital. El Dorado Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD) to lead our established, AAHA-accredited small animal practice in beautiful Fountain Hills, Arizona. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Medical Director, Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, or accomplished Associate Veterinarian ready to step into hospital leadership while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine. As part of a planned leadership succession, you'll have the unique opportunity to build upon an already strong medical foundation while helping shape the next chapter of an impressive, modern veterinary hospital. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of doctors with diverse interests and skillsets who genuinely enjoy mentoring, teaching, and supporting one another. If you're passionate about progressive medicine, advanced surgery and dentistry, mentorship, and creating an outstanding experience for both clients and team members, we'd love to meet you. Why This Veterinary Medical Director Opportunity Stands Out At El Dorado Animal Hospital, we believe leadership starts with excellent medicine, strong communication, and a commitment to helping both people and pets thrive. We serve a clientele that actively seeks gold‑standard veterinary care and values thorough diagnostics, advanced treatment options, and strong relationships with their veterinary team. Our doctors are supported by skilled technicians, modern equipment, and hospital systems designed to allow them to practice medicine at a high level. As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to: Lead a highly respected AAHA‑accredited veterinary hospital Mentor and support fellow veterinarians Help guide medical protocols and standards of care Influence hospital culture and professional development Continue practicing medicine, surgery, and dentistry Collaborate with an experienced leadership team Shape the future vision of a beautiful, growing facility This is an ideal opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership but doesn't want to step away from patient care. Practice Highlights American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited practice Certified Cat Friendly Practice (CFP) through the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) Established small animal general practice Drop‑off appointments and urgent care services Occasional emergency triage during regular business hours Internal medicine and dermatology services Advanced dentistry program Comprehensive companion animal medicine Strong surgical caseload Loyal, engaged client base seeking high-quality care Positive, collaborative hospital culture A Planned Leadership Transition This position is available as part of a thoughtful succession plan for the current Medical Director, creating a unique opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to step into an established leadership role with support and continuity. You’ll work alongside doctors with a variety of interests and expertise who value collaboration, mentorship, and shared learning. The hospital itself is modern, expansive, and well‑equipped, offering plenty of room for future growth and innovation. Surgery & Dentistry Our doctors enjoy a diverse and rewarding surgical caseload that includes: Spays and neuters Mass removals and biopsies Intestinal, lymph node, liver, and tissue biopsies Foreign body surgeries Splenectomies Cystotomies Eyelid surgeries Enucleations Wound repair procedures Dentistry is an important part of our practice, with strong client demand for both preventive and advanced dental #J-18808-Ljbffr NCVMA