Director of Specialty Medicine

Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists | Buzzards Bay & Dennis, MACape Cod Veterinary Specialists is seeking an experienced, board-certified specialist to serve as our Director of Specialty Medicine. This is a high-impact leadership role for a clinician who wants to help shape hospital standards, support specialist growth and retention, and guide specialty medicine through an exciting period of expansion. This position is ideal for a specialist in Neurology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine, Radiology, or Dentistry who enjoys excellent clinical medicine, mentoring other doctors, building strong systems, and leading through thoughtful collaboration. About the Role The Director of Specialty Medicine will work closely with the Director of Emergency Medicine, Medical Director, and Group Medical Director to strengthen clinical quality, improve consistency across services, and support a culture where specialists and their teams can thrive. This role combines clinical practice with medical leadership. The Director will continue to work clinically in their specialty while helping guide the broader specialty team, service growth, and hospital standards. What You’ll DoLeadership and Medical StandardsProvide leadership, management, and accountability for the specialist teamSupport consistent standards of care across all specialty servicesPartner with hospital leadership to strengthen quality systems, communication, and clinical collaborationHelp align specialty services around shared expectations, patient care standards, and team-based medicineGrowth, Retention, and Team DevelopmentSupport specialist engagement, mentorship, and retentionHelp build thoughtful operational structures that allow specialists and their teams to do their best workContribute to specialty growth planning, service development, and long-term strategyCollaborate across departments to improve patient flow, referral communication, and the client experienceRecruiting and RepresentationParticipate in specialty recruiting, interviews, and candidate engagementRepresent CCVS at conferences, events, and professional opportunitiesTravel approximately 15% for recruiting and industry-related eventsClinical PracticeMaintain clinical case responsibilities in your specialtySpend approximately half of your time in clinical practiceContinue contributing directly to high-quality patient care while helping lead specialty medicine at the hospital levelBusiness and Department OperationsContribute to specialty department budgeting and resource planningSupport specialist compensation planning and performance structureHelp develop sustainable systems that support both clinical excellence and long-term growthWhy This Role Is Different CCVS is a busy, collaborative emergency and specialty hospital known for high-quality medicine, strong clinical teams, and a commitment to learning. Education is part of our identity, supported by:In-house technician training and continuing education programsSmall animal rotating internshipsEmergency and Critical Care specialty internshipsECC residency programSurgery residency programStrong cross-specialty collaborationFor a specialist who enjoys mentoring, setting lasting standards, and helping teams grow, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and visible impact. Growth on the HorizonCCVS is actively expanding to meet the needs of Cape Cod, the Islands, and the surrounding referral community. Our physical expansion is on track for completion in March 2027 and includes:A 10,000 sq. ft. hospital additionExpanded specialist support in Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Diagnostic ImagingThe addition of three new specialty departments: Neurology, Ophthalmology, and DentistryContinued growth of our emergency, critical care, and specialty servicesQualificationsRequiredBoard certification in a relevant specialty, including Internal Medicine, Neurology, Radiology, Ophthalmology, Dentistry, DermatologyDoctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalentEligibility for Massachusetts veterinary licensureDEA licensure, as applicableMinimum of 3 years post-residency experience in small animal specialty practiceStrong communication, collaboration, and clinical leadership skillsPreferredPrior managerial or leadership experience, such as:Medical DirectorDepartment HeadService LeadMentorship LeadSpecialty team leadership or equivalent experienceCompensation and BenefitsCompetitive salary range of $220,000 to $245,000, plus productionCompensation based on experience, qualifications, and scheduleGenerous continuing education programAVMA Professional Liability Insurance, PLIT, providedReimbursement for MA veterinary license, DEA license, MVMA dues, and specialty dues; AVMA and VIN includedMedical insurance plans with multiple optionsDental insuranceVision insurance optionsFlexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options401(k) with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 monthsPaid PTO and paid holidaysShort-term disability paid by employerLong-term disability optionsComplimentary life insurance of $15,000, with voluntary options availableCompany-sponsored Employee Assistance ProgramOn-site veterinary social worker to support employeesTrupanion pet insurance with company-paid premiums for two team member petsTeam member pet care discountsUniforms provided at no costWeekly grocery delivery to the hospital for meals and snacksAbout Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is a growing emergency and specialty hospital with locations in Buzzards Bay and Dennis, Massachusetts. As the only emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Cape Cod and the Islands, CCVS provides advanced, collaborative care to patients and families across the region. Our team includes more than 20 specialists across multiple specialties, along with experienced emergency doctors, interns, residents, veterinary nurses, and support teams. We are committed to gold-standard medicine, strong communication, and a workplace where learning and collaboration are part of daily practice. Our core values of excellence, accountability, trust, respect, commitment, professionalism, integrity, innovation, collaboration, and compassion guide how we care for our patients, clients, referral partners, and one another. The Leader Who Succeeds Here...Is a clinically excellent specialist who also enjoys the people and systems side of medicine.Understand the importance of clear expectations, thoughtful coaching, trust between departments, and standards that support both quality care and a healthy workplace.Is comfortable leading through growth, helping specialists feel supported, and building systems that last.Wants your leadership to make specialty medicine stronger for the doctors, teams, patients, and clients who rely on it.ApplyInterested candidates are encouraged to send a CV or resume to recruiting@capecodvetspecialists.com