What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Director Veterinarian position at Tempus Veterinary Recruitment?
Introduction
Our client is a hospital seeking a full-time Medical Director to lead their veterinary team. This role involves working with cats and dogs in a well-established small animal hospital, delivering high-quality care while supporting and developing a collaborative clinical environment.
Role Description and Responsibilities
The Medical Director will provide clinical leadership while delivering comprehensive veterinary care including wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, internal medicine, and soft tissue surgery. Responsibilities include overseeing clinical protocols, mentoring veterinarians, supporting team development, and collaborating with leadership on hospital operations and growth. The role also involves client communication, case management, maintaining medical records, and ensuring high standards of care across all patient interactions. This position is suited to an experienced veterinarian with strong leadership skills and a commitment to high-quality medicine.
Practice Details
The hospital operates Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm and is closed on weekends. It is a full-service facility offering preventative care, diagnostics, internal medicine, dental care, and soft tissue surgery. The clinic features an in-house diagnostic laboratory, surgical suites, and online appointment booking, supporting efficient workflows and patient care. Services include routine exams, vaccinations and prevention, emergency and sick care, dental procedures, internal medicine, geriatric care, spaying and neutering, and mass removal. The practice emphasizes compassionate, client-focused care and a strong reputation within the community.
Team
The team consists of 3 DVMs supported by a tenured and experienced support staff, creating a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.
Candidate Requirements
- Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
- Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
- Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so
About Tempus Recruitment
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The Package Competitive Salary- Competitive base salary production
- Signing bonus relocation up to $100k
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401K
- Unlimited PTO
- Paid parental leave
- Short term and long term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- NO non-competes
- No negative accrual
- Up to $3,500 CE allowance
- Quarterly bonuses long-term incentives
- Equity stock options
- Visa support if required
Employment Type: Full Time