What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director position at MBC Talent Connections?
Medical Director – Small Animal VeterinarianWe are seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role within a well-established general practice. This opportunity is ideal for a DVM passionate about leadership, mentorship, and high-quality patient care, while remaining actively involved in clinical medicine and surgery.The practice is a multi-doctor hospital treating dogs, cats, and exotic pets, with a strong emphasis on Fear Free handling, client communication, and gold-standard medicine. The facility is fully equipped with multiple exam rooms, a dedicated surgery suite, in-house laboratory, digital radiology, and dental radiography to support a diverse medical, surgical, and dental caseload.Medical Director ResponsibilitiesLead by example in medical and surgical standardsMentor veterinarians and support staffGuide clinical decision-making and team developmentSupport hospital operations and positive team cultureCollaborate with leadership to implement protocols and improve workflowsClinical ResponsibilitiesProvide preventive care, diagnostics, and chronic disease managementPerform general soft tissue surgeries (spay/neuter, mass removals, foreign bodies)Deliver comprehensive dental care, including extractions with radiographic supportPromote compassionate, Fear Free veterinary careQualificationsDVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary schoolLicensed or license-eligible to practice veterinary medicineMinimum 3 years of small animal clinical experienceProficiency in general surgery and dentistryPrior leadership or mentoring experience preferredStrong collaboration, communication, and coaching skillsCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive base salary with production incentivesSign-on bonus and relocation assistanceStudent loan assistance (up to $15,000/year for multiple years)401(k) with employer matchMedical, dental, and vision insuranceHSA/FSA and college savings optionsPaid time off and paid parental leaveFlexible full-time or part-time schedulesAnnual CE allowance with additional CE PTOCoverage of licensure fees, dues, and professional liability insuranceAccess to leadership training, dental wet labs, and advanced ultrasound education
Salary : $120,000 - $160,000