Medical Director
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
At Pet Vet 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
- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first
You care for pets. We care for you.
Position OverviewWe are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director to join our team at Riverside Animal Hospital. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Director.
WhyJoin Us:
Riverside Animal Hospital is ready to welcome an Experienced Veterinarian interested in Leadership, High-Quality Medicine & Growing our Practice as our Medical Director. Our mission is to make a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them. Our dedicated team, advocates for the pets we treat, by constantly improving our technical abilities and knowledge. We pride ourselves in displaying integrity and compassion in our patient care decisions and in our relationships with the clients we serve.
Our ideal schedule consists of 4 days a week as we encourage a healthy work-life balance. We have recently remodeled our treatment area & dental suite and would like to invite you to visit & meet our amazing team!
Our compensation package includes:- Competitive Salary up to $200,000 (DOE)
- Generous Quarterly Production Plan with No Deficit Carryover
- Annual Medical Director Stipend (Paid Bi-Weekly)
- Lucrative sign-on/retention bonus up to $100,000
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.
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:
- Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $100,000
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available
- 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
- Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
- Client…
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