Board-Certified Specialty Veterinary Medical Director

MBC Talent Connections; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

MBC Talent Connections seeks a Board-Certified Veterinary Medical Director to lead a western North Carolina specialty and emergency hospital, blending advanced clinical practice with administrative duties to drive medical excellence and growth.

The role oversees clinical leadership across services, sets medical standards, mentors staff, and partners with leadership on strategic planning and recruitment while maintaining an active caseload in the applicant's specialty.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Board certification in veterinary specialty strongly preferred.
• Licensure to practice in the state.
• Leadership experience and interest in clinical leadership.
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across specialty and emergency services
• Establish and maintain medical standards, protocols, and best practices
• Mentor veterinarians, interns, and support staff
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on strategic planning, recruitment, and service development
• Maintain an active clinical caseload within your area of expertise
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing hospital culture

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Client communication

Evidence-based medicine

Clinical leadership

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Board certification in veterinary specialty

Job description

Board-Certified Specialty Veterinary Medical Director

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for a specialty and emergency hospital. This hands-on leadership role combines advanced clinical practice with protected administrative time, focusing on medical excellence, team development, and hospital growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across specialty and emergency services
• Establish and maintain medical standards, protocols, and best practices
• Mentor veterinarians, interns, and support staff
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on strategic planning, recruitment, and service development
• Maintain an active clinical caseload within your area of expertise
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing hospital culture

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $180,000–$275,000, based on specialty, experience, and production
• Additional Medical Director stipend
• 25% production compensation with no negative accrual
• Continuing education allowance with paid CE leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching
• Paid parental leave
• Generous paid time off
• Professional autonomy with operational support

Practice Environment

• Established specialty and emergency referral hospital
• Advanced diagnostic equipment and modern medical technologyCollaborative team supported by experienced technicians and staff
• Leadership committed to high-quality patient care, mentorship, and sustainable clinical practice

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree
• Board certification in a veterinary specialty (such as emergency, internal medicine, surgery, or a related specialty) strongly preferred
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in the practicing state
• Previous leadership experience or a strong interest in clinical leadership
• Commitment to evidence-based medicine and excellent client communication
• Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Location

Located in western North Carolina, the area offers a high quality of life with convenient access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Charlotte metropolitan region.