Medical Director - Paws & Claws Animal Hospital

Medical Director - Paws & Claws Animal Hospital

Lambertville, MI

Are you an experienced veterinarian with leadership aspirations and looking for the right opportunity to grow into a Medical Director role with support and mentorship?

Paws and Claws Animal Hospital is excited to offer a unique succession planning opportunity for a DVM who wants to step into leadership the right way—with guidance, collaboration, and a thoughtful transition plan in place.

At Paws and Claws Animal Hospital, we've built a strong reputation for providing high-quality, compassionate care for pets and their families in the Lambertville community and surrounding areas.

Our hospital offers a full range of services including preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry. We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture, strong client relationships, and commitment to practicing progressive, high-quality medicine.

This is not your typical leadership role.

You'll join initially as an Associate Veterinarian, working closely alongside our current Medical Director, who is actively planning and seeking a successor. Over time, you'll be mentored and gradually transition into the Medical Director position.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Wants to grow into leadership with hands-on mentorship
• Values a collaborative and thoughtful transition, not being "thrown in"
• Is motivated to shape the future of a hospital while honoring its legacy

What you'll do:

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care
• Build strong relationships with clients and patients
• Collaborate closely with the current Medical Director and team
• Gradually take on leadership responsibilities, including:
• Mentoring and supporting fellow DVMs
• Contributing to medical protocols and standards of care
• Helping guide hospital growth and team development

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school
• Eligible for or currently holds Michigan veterinary license
• Strong interest in small animal medicine and surgery
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and client service
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment

Preferred experience:

• 3–5+ years of small animal clinical experience
• Strong foundation in medicine, surgery, and dentistry
• Interest in leadership, mentorship, and team development
• Desire to build long-term relationships within the hospital and community

Core competencies:

• Small Animal Medicine
• Preventive & Wellness Care
• Client Communication & Education
• Diagnostic Interpretation
• Surgical Proficiency
• Dentistry & Oral Health
• Medical Record Documentation
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
• Compassionate Patient Care
• Time Management & Organization
• Continuous Learning & Professional Development

Our investment in you:

• Competitive base salary plus production (no negative accrual)
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA options)
• 401(k) options
• Generous PTO and flexible scheduling
• Paid CE days plus CE allowance
• Paid licensure, dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage
• Personal pet discounts
• Flexible full-time scheduling.

If you're looking for more than just your next job—and instead want a clear, supported path into veterinary leadership—we'd love to connect.

Apply today to begin your journey toward Medical Director at Paws and Claws Animal Hospital.