Veterinary Medical Director

About PetVet Care Centers
At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time.

That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer local autonomy with national support, career mobility and development opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first.

Position Overview

The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine.

The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered.

In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations.

The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role.

Effective MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care.

They are part of the foundation upon which successful veterinary practices are built and directly impact and influence hospital culture and morale.

Compensation And Benefits Overview
Salary Range: $175,000 – $200,000

Medical Director stipend

No negative accrual and no non-compete

Paid time off and holidays

Generous sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

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For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Lindsay Aimar at ******.

Key Responsibilities

Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care

Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care

Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine

Works toward making various services work as one team

In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory

Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment

Sees patients and handles clinical practice

Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities

Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence

Appropriately manages controlled drugs

Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies

Conducts regular doctor meetings

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues

Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions

Develops medical policies

Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards

Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate

Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians

Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs

Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital

Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results

Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum)

Qualifications (Required)
Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university

Current State Veterinary License

DEA registration must be obtained and maintained

3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice

Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.

Excellent surgical and dental skills.

Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.

Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.

Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.

Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.

May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.

Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

Excellent time-management and delegation abilities

Exercises sound judgment and demonstrates exemplary decision-making skills

Professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with others

Well-developed interpersonal skills

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally.

Benefits Include
Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

Local hospital culture backed by national resources

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

EOE, M/F/D/V.

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