Regional Medical Director

National Veterinary Associates; Ontario; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a Regional Medical Director to drive excellence and support the growth of veterinary teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with hospital teams, enhance veterinary standards, and facilitate professional development. As a leader, you will play a crucial role in promoting clinical excellence, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving operational success. Join a mission-driven environment where your contributions make a significant impact on the veterinary community and help shape the future of animal care. If you are passionate about quality care and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of clinical experience in veterinary medicine.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with hospitals to enhance quality of care and compliance.
• Empower teams through training and development opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Veterinary Regulations

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

French Language Skills

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD)

Job description

Are you passionate about driving excellence in veterinary care and supporting the professional growth of veterinary teams? Do you love animals and the people who love them? NVA Canada is looking for Regional Medical Director. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the veterinary community.

Reporting to our National Medical Director (NMD), in this role you will collaborate with hospital teams and operational leaders to execute strategic initiatives, promote clinical excellence, and enhance the experience of veterinary professionals. From advancing standards of care to facilitating professional development and mentorship, your contributions will support our mission to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and teams.

If you are an experienced and passionate veterinary leader who shares our commitment to quality care and professional development, we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Doing

• Advance Quality of Care: Collaborate with hospitals to evaluate and improve medical practices, including the development of a quality-of-care framework and ensuring consistent implementation of standards. Support hospital teams in aligning with established protocols and best practices.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Partner with the NMD to maintain compliance with provincial veterinary regulations. Conduct compliance audits and work with teams to address gaps and sustain regulatory alignment.
• Support Hospital Operations: Partner with Managing Doctors of Veterinary Medicine (MDVMs) and operations teams to apply tailored strategies for hospital success. Participate in regional and national events to foster community engagement.
• Doctor Attraction and Retention: In partnership with the NMD, People and Recruiting Teams, work to develop initiatives to foster a sense of belonging and satisfaction among veterinary professionals.
• Facilitate Learning and Development: Empower teams through meaningful training and development opportunities. Coordinate mentorship programs and facilitate peer-to-peer support networks.
• Drive Operational Excellence: Help develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and support hospital teams in achieving their goals.

What You’ll Bring to NVA Canada

• 10+ years of clinical experience
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited school
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Canada
• Proven leadership and management experience
• Strong understanding of veterinary regulations and standards of care
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel within the region (approximately 30%)
• French language skills are an asset (but not required)
• Collaboration: Build strong relationships with hospital teams and leadership.
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipate challenges and develop solutions.
• Organizational Skills: Effectively manage workflows and prioritize tasks.
• Commitment to Excellence: Uphold the highest standards in veterinary care.

Why Join NVA Canada?

At NVA Canada, we are dedicated to supporting the professional growth of our teams while advancing veterinary care standards across the country. You’ll work alongside passionate leaders and hospital teams in a collaborative, mission-driven environment where your contributions truly matter.

Apply Today!

Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and make a lasting impact in the industry? We’d love to hear from you!

At NVA Canada diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday reality.

We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive environment where everyone belongs, our people feel comfortable and confident to be themselves and reach their full potential regardless of age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, marital and family status, religion or other belief, culture, sexual orientation, or disability.