Medical Director Veterinarian

Destination Pet

$160K — $220K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM/VMD with a minimum of 5 years clinical experience.
  • Proven leadership and mentoring skills in a veterinary environment.
  • Experience in managing a veterinary practice or hospital operations.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of revenue impacts on behavior.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all medical operations within the hospital.
  • Mentor veterinary staff to improve patient care and service quality.
  • Support veterinarians by guiding them in production and performance improvement.
  • Collaborate with the Hospital Manager on operational priorities and goals.
  • Evaluate hospital protocols for efficiency from intake to discharge.
  • Lead discussions on new initiatives impacting hospital operations.
  • Participate in management training and practice updates.

Benefits

  • 3 Weeks PTO plus 32 hours of floating holidays.
  • $3,000 annual continuing education allowance with an additional 5 days PTO.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with a 5% company match.
  • $350 monthly student loan reimbursement.
  • $5,000+ relocation assistance.
  • No non-compete clause for greater career flexibility.
  • 24/7 telemedicine support for mental health.
  • $1,000 discretionary spending assistance for staff's pets.
Full Job Description
We’re looking for an Experienced Medical Director to join our passionate team at Nebel Street Animal Hospital in Bethesda, MD. ✅ Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 /year base + Production ✅ Pro-sal with no negative accrual and no deficits We are a well-established, full-service general practice hospital with a legacy of excellence and loyal clientele. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography. If you’re passionate about high-quality veterinary medicine and thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you! What You’ll Love About Destination Pet: ✅ 3 Weeks PTO + 32 hours floating holiday ✅ $3,000 Annual CE allowance + 5 days CE PTO ✅ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance ✅ 401(k) with 5% company match ✅ $350 /mo. Student loan reimbursement ✅ $5,000+ Relocation assistance ✅ No non-compete clause ✅ 24/7 Mental health support via telemedicine ✅ $1,000 Discretionary spending to support pet parents in need If you’re looking for a dynamic, supportive team in a great location, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and let’s start this exciting journey together! The Medical Director is responsible for overseeing the medical operations within the hospital, serving as a mentor to the medical staff. Leading the advancement of high-quality patient care and client service. Serve as a mentor to staff, providing stability and leadership within the Hospital. Supporting DVMs to develop an understanding and best practices of how behaviors impact revenue. Provide DVM’s one on one development supporting quarterly production, reviewing production performance and coach for improvement. Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations Meet regularly with the Hospital Manager to review controllable costs: DVM and Support Payroll, Inventory Work in collaboration with the Hospital Manager to maintain and build our relationships with the referring community. Evaluate and monitor protocols for daily running/flow of hospital from intake to discharge. Play a significant part in the decision-making process and implementation of any new initiatives within their hospital. Technically advanced in their field and possess strong emotional intelligence; those who are self-aware, have positive attitudes, authenticity, and empathy toward others. Participate in weekly operational conference calls. Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels. Have strong proven leadership abilities, strong mentoring and team building skills, excellent communication with colleagues and the referring community, and possess a foundation of business skills to work alongside the Hospital Director to support the growing success of the hospital. $180,000 - $220,000

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