Medical Director

NVA; Mansfield Center (CT); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share bonus opportunities

Sign-on bonus opportunities

Continuing education allowances

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability and life insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

East Brook Animal Hospital in Mansfield Center, CT seeks a Medical Director to lead a well-established small-animal practice while staying clinically active. You will mentor veterinarians, shape medical standards, and partner with an experienced Hospital Manager to guide ongoing success.

New Medical Directors receive structured mentorship through NVA's Managing DVM program to ensure a smooth leadership transition and continued clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• DVM license in good standing and eligibility to practice in CT.
• Experience leading a small-animal practice.
• Strong dentistry and soft tissue surgery skills.
• Ability to mentor and lead a veterinary team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the hospital while practicing high-quality medicine.
• Mentor and develop associate veterinarians and team members.
• Collaborate with Hospital Manager on operations, engagement and growth.
• Help shape medical protocols and patient care standards.

Skills

Mentoring veterinarians

Leadership

Dental surgery

Soft tissue surgery

Client communication

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Tools

Ultrasound

In-house IDEXX lab

Digital radiography

Job description

Medical Director | East Brook Animal Hospital | Mansfield Center, Connecticut

Lead an Established Hospital. Practice Exceptional Medicine. Inspire an Exceptional Team.

East Brook Animal Hospital is seeking an outstanding veterinarian to lead our thriving, community-loved small animal practice in Mansfield Center, Connecticut. This is an exceptional opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to remain clinically active while mentoring colleagues, shaping medical standards, and partnering with an experienced Hospital Manager to guide the hospital's continued success.

As Medical Director, you'll spend the majority of your time practicing medicine while providing medical leadership, developing associate veterinarians, and helping build upon the strong reputation East Brook has earned in the community over the years. New Medical Directors receive structured mentorship through NVA's Managing DVM development program to support a successful transition into leadership.

Leadership Opportunity

• Lead a well-established 4-doctor small animal general practice with a loyal client base
• Balance hands-on clinical work with mentoring associate veterinarians and supporting the broader team
• Partner closely with an experienced Hospital Manager on hospital operations, engagement, and growth
• Help shape medical protocols, patient care standards, and team development
• Practice with clinical autonomy while being supported by NVA's leadership resources and Managing DVM training program

Hospital Strengths

• Established, community-trusted hospital with a strong foundation and growing client base
• Collaborative 4-DVM practice where teamwork is part of the culture
• Loyal clients and long-standing relationships within the Mansfield community
• Convenient access to specialty and emergency referral hospitals
• A practice built for continued growth—not one that needs rebuilding

Modern Medicine & Technology

• New IDEXX digital radiography system with PACS and image referral
• Digital dental radiography
• Full in-house IDEXX laboratory with reference laboratory access
• Ultrasound capabilities
• Fully equipped surgical suite
• Dental wet table with comprehensive anesthetic monitoring
• Therapeutic laser therapy
• Paper-lite medical record environment

Exceptional Team & Culture

• Experienced CVTs, technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives
• Collaborative doctor team that values shared knowledge and mentorship
• Leadership committed to professional growth, wellness, and open communication
• A positive, supportive environment where your ideas and leadership are genuinely valued
• A culture that empowers every team member to contribute to exceptional patient care

Schedule & Lifestyle

• 4-day workweek
• No overnights
• No Sundays
• No on-call responsibilities

Lead a successful hospital while maintaining the work-life balance that allows you to enjoy life outside of veterinary medicine.

Compensation & Benefits

• $150,000+ base salary plus production bonus, leading to strong earning potential
• No negative accrual
• Profit share bonus opportunities
• Sign-on bonus opportunities
• Continuing education and licensing allowances
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Disability and life insurance
• Generous PTO and holiday closures
• Employee pet care discounts

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a veterinarian who is excited to lead while continuing to practice excellent medicine.

The ideal candidate:

• Enjoys mentoring and developing other veterinarians
• Wants a meaningful voice in the direction of the hospital
• Has strong skills in dentistry and soft tissue surgery
• Values exceptional client communication and long-term relationships
• Is motivated to elevate medical quality, team engagement, and patient care
• Wants to build upon an already successful practice rather than start from scratch

Previous leadership experience is welcomed, but not required. If you're an experienced veterinarian ready for your next professional chapter, we'd love to talk.

Life in Mansfield Center

• A quintessential New England community with scenic trails, local farms, farmers markets, and cozy coffee shops
• Minutes from the University of Connecticut in Storrs
• Easy access to Hartford, Providence, and the Connecticut shoreline
• An ideal location for building a rewarding career while enjoying an outstanding quality of life

Why East Brook Animal Hospital?

East Brook Animal Hospital offers something special: an established hospital with loyal clients, an experienced and collaborative team, strong medical capabilities, and a leadership culture that values mentorship, autonomy, and continuous growth. If you're looking for the opportunity to lead a respected practice while continuing to provide exceptional medicine, you'll find the support and community to build a lasting career here.

Spend a day with us, and you'll quickly see what makes East Brook such a rewarding place to practice, lead, and grow.