Medical Director

Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Director Stipend

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health benefits

Parental leave

CE stipend

401k with match

Paid time off

Care discounts

Job summary

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle is seeking a Specialty Medical Director to join and lead our AAHA-accredited, multi-specialty practice in Lynnwood, Washington—located just north of Seattle.

Thrive Pet Healthcare supports clinical leadership, mentorship, and collaboration across a busy, 24/7 hospital with internal medicine, cardiology, critical care, neurology, oncology, radiology, and surgery. This role offers professional growth and a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited institution and licensure in the applicable state.
• Board-eligible or boarded veterinary specialist certification.
• DEA license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills for hospital-wide collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical leadership for a multi-specialty hospital.
• Establish, review, and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices.
• Oversee case management, medical decision-making, and quality of care.
• Mentor associate veterinarians and clinical teams.
• Collaborate with hospital management to align medical standards with operations.
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and positive hospital culture.
• Address medical concerns, client interactions, and complex cases as needed.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of veterinary staff.
• Promote continuing education and clinical growth for staff.
• Stay current on advances in veterinary medicine and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records and ensure protocol compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Mentorship

Education

DVM / VMD or equivalent

Job description

Description

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle is seeking a Specialty Medical Director to join and lead our AAHA-accredited, multi-specialty practice in Lynnwood, Washington—located just north of Seattle.

Among the reasons to join VSC of Seattle, you will find:

• A dynamic, talented team that emphasizes a collaborative approach to patient care
• A 24/7 hospital with outstanding ER and specialty services , including Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Critical Care, Neurology, Oncology, Radiology, and Surgery
• Abundant CE opportunities for doctors and staff
• Opportunities to engage in clinical research studies
• Opportunities to give back through strong community partnerships with area shelters and other rescue organizations

A t VSC of Seattle we share a passion for high-quality medicine ; compassion for pets, their families, and each other; and a commitment to professional growth and development.

Our core values are based upon caring for our patients, their families, and each other. We pride ourselves on the education of the team and the referring veterinary community and we conduct daily rounds, a weekly doctor and intern lecture series as well as technician lectures geared toward continued learning.

Our custom-built, 24,000 sq. ft. facility is well-equipped with in-house 1.5 Tesla MRI, a state of the art digital imaging system to include a 64-slice CT, fluoroscopy and C-arm, laparoscopy, endoscopy, arthroscopy, bronchoscopy, echocardiography (GE Vivid E9), ultrasound (GE Logiq S8 Vet), an Esprit Ventilator, Dialysis, and a fully equipped ICU to deliver the best possible patient care. We are a busy practice with a diversified caseload and our team (including 3 criticalists, 3 internists, 3 surgeons, 2 radiologist, 3 neurologists, 3 oncologists, 2 cardiologists, and 10 highly experienced ER doctors, as well as a skilled technical and assistant staff) takes pride in its cohesion and teamwork. With the team at VSC of Seattle, you will have the opportunity for a bustling caseload, a collegial work environment, professional growth, outreach within the community, the ability to mentor our 6 rotating interns, and work-life balance.

More about our attractive location: Seattle is a vibrant and fun city with a strong cultural scene and excellent restaurants. The beautiful and unique natural environment also makes it a living paradise for the outdoorsy community, with the mountains and ocean nearby. The Emerald City is a great place to live! We have a moderate climate with sunny spring and summers; great skiing and snowboarding are only a few hours away. There is always something to do - music festivals, top-notch restaurants, ferry rides, and sporting events at every turn. We are a foodie’s paradise, with great local produce and farmers’ markets, tons of breweries and wineries, and plenty of fresh seafood.

Thrive’sMedical DirectorVeterinarians provide clinical leadership and oversight to ensure the highest standards of veterinary medical care withinThrivehospitals. This role combines hands-on clinical practice with medical leadership responsibilities, including mentorship of veterinarians, development of medical protocols, and collaboration with hospital leadership to support quality patient care and operational excellence.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to patients
• Establish, review, and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices
• Oversee case management, medical decision-making, and quality of care
• Support and mentor associate veterinarians and clinical teams
• Partner with hospital management to align medical standards with operational goals
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and positive hospital culture
• Address medical concerns, client complaints, and complex cases as needed
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of veterinary staff
• Promote continuing education and clinical growth for veterinarians and support staff
• Stay current on advances in veterinary medicine and regulatory requirements
• Maintainaccurateandtimelymedical records
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, safety standards, and ethical guidelines

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD)or equivalentdegree from an accredited institution
• Board Eligible or Boarded Veterinary Specialist
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in the applicable state
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• Proven clinical experience in veterinary medicine
• Demonstrated leadership, mentorship, and decision-making skills
• Excellent decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills

Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or restrain animals as needed
• Ability to stoop, kneel,crouchand reach with hands and arms
• Ability to perform repetitive movements with wrist, hands, and/or fingers
• Close visual acuity

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle is part of Thrive Pet Healthcare and proud to offer industry-leading support for our team members:

• Competitive compensation including a Medical Director Stipend
• Sign On Bonus
• Relocation Assistance Package
• Health benefits (vision/dental/life insurance too)
• Generous paid parental leave
• Annual CE Stipend and more!
• 401k w/ employer match
• Annual Paid Time Off
• Additional family & furry care support options, including veterinary care discounts.

You take great care of Animals. We take great care of YOU!