Medical Director

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. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. Position Overview The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and ensuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to administrative duties. MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care. They influence hospital culture and morale. Key Responsibilities Maintain high quality progressive veterinary care, overseeing medical standards and quality of care Develop and implement medical policies and practices Provide clinical patient care and handle complex cases Ensure positive communication with clients and between staff Manage controlled drugs and supervise related supply requests Conduct regular veterinarian meetings and coaching sessions Handle patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues Monitor DVM performance and production, provide coaching Serve as a mentor and role model for staff veterinarians Lead candidate interviews for potential DVMs Identify new service opportunities and assist in inventory decisions Monitor key performance indicators, work with Hospital Manager to achieve positive results Plan and manage temporary solution strategies for operational challenges Qualifications (Required) DVM degree from an accredited college or university Current State Veterinary License DEA registration 3‑5+ years veterinary practice experience Strong diagnostic and clinical skills Excellent surgical and dental skills Team‑oriented work ethic Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to compassionate, high‑quality care Effective communication with staff and patients Client communication skills: eliciting information, rapport building, explanations to pet owners Ability to provide confidence and reassurance to stressed, ill, or painful pets Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform moderate physically demanding tasks, including climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Preferred Skills (Nice to Have) Exceptional written and verbal communication Excellent time‑management and delegation Sound judgment and exemplary decision‑making skills Professionalism and courtesy in interactions Well‑developed interpersonal skills Compensation and Benefits 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 Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000 Medical, dental, vision insurance Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster) 401(k) with discretionary contribution Team member pet discounts Emotional wellbeing support (Calm app, 24/7 EAP) CE stipends and career development resources Grant Circle – relief fund for personal hardship Local hospital culture backed by national resources Location Santa Fe, New Mexico Company Commitment 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. PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr