Medical Director

BluePearl Pet Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, Dental, Vision

Job summary

BluePearl Midtown NYC seeks a collaborative Veterinary Medical Director with several years of clinical leadership to guide our emergency and specialty clinicians. You will partner with hospital administration to foster a community-focused culture and maintain high medical quality across services.

The role emphasizes clinician recruitment, engagement, and ongoing professional development, with dedicated administrative time to support impactful leadership and safety standards.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and valid veterinary license.
• Minimum 5 years as an Emergency Clinician or 2+ years as a board-certified Specialist.
• Proven leadership and strong communication abilities.
• Experience coordinating with referring veterinarians and hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Uphold medical quality standards for patient care and safety.
• Lead and engage clinicians; recruit, motivate, and retain talent.
• Partner with hospital administration to drive quality initiatives.
• Cultivate a learning culture and clinician-driven environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital, in Midtown, New York City is seeking is seeking a collaborative, engaged, and passionate veterinary leader with several years of clinical experience to lead our team of emergency and specialty clinicians in the role of Medical Director. The Medical Director will partner in leadership with hospital administration to create a sense of community and interact globally with the hospital and all clinicians. Using excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the Medical Director will support veterinary partner relationships and enhance an engaging work environment for all by making a positive impact on the culture while cultivating an environment where medical quality stands out.

The Primary Responsibilities Of The Medical Director Include

• Upholding medical quality standards (patient care, client and referral veterinarian satisfaction, and patient safety)
• Supporting quality and operational initiatives
• Fostering a clinician-driven culture and one that cultivates a learning environment
• Clinician recruiting, engagement, and retention.

There is dedicated paid administrative time off the floor to allow for success in creating a positive impact.

The ideal applicant needs to be self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work harmoniously and effectively with other clinicians, staff and referring veterinarians. We have an incredible collaborative relationship with our referring veterinarians, and the right candidate must be willing to interact in a variety of ways including making personal visits to their practices, presenting CE programs, and discussing cases by phone.

BluePearl Midtown NYC Is Proud To Offer

• Annual base salary.
• Annual Medical Director stipend.
• Additional earning potential through quarterly production bonus (NO negative accrual).
• Relocation assistance.

BluePearl Is Proud To Offer Our Full-time Associates

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans.
• Parental Leave and Fertility plans.
• Employer-paid short term, and long-term disability.
• Clinician annual stipend.
• Outstanding technician support.
• LYRA - confidential care for your emotional and mental health. 12 FREE sessions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 3 FREE face-to-face visits with a specialist.
• BluePearl Library –FREE access to 2,000+ veterinary and health science journals.
• BluePearl Science – participate and learn from ongoing clinical studies at BluePearl.
• BluePearl University – our own built-in learning management system.
• RECOVER CPR certifications – FREE.
• BluePearl Pet Care Benefits (BluePearl Plan and TruPanion Insurance).
• Additional Discounts: pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars candy products, cell phone, car purchase, car rental, travel, and more.
• Annual company store allowance.
• FREE membership to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove
• BluePearl Cares! YOU can be part of BluePearl Cares, a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit, committed to delivering on its mission of making emergency and specialty care accessible for all. Ask us for details or check out this video!
• Vet-TROMA – First-of-Its-Kind Veterinary Partnership with the U.S. Army – check it out!

About BluePearl Midtown

• We are an ER + Specialty hospital offering emergency and critical care, surgery, cardiology, oncology, neurology, diagnostic imaging, dermatology, anesthesia & pain management, and we have our very own blood bank.
• Accessible by public transportation, BluePearl Midtown on West 55th Street has a linear accelerator, which allows it to offer radiation therapy for cancer patients.
• The 20,000-square-foot hospital, formerly known as NYC Veterinary Specialists, also offers radioiodine I-131 treatment for cats with hyperthyroidism.
• It’s New York and so our Midtown hospital occasionally makes it into a movie or TV show. As you might guess, our veterinarians sometimes respond to the medical emergencies of TV and zoo animals, including a hypoglycemic porcupine, a flamingo with a fracture and a tiger with a bad knee, to name a few.

About Manhattan

• Manhattan is renowned for its iconic skyline, bustling streets, cultural institutions, and as a global financial center.
• Manhattan is home to world-class museums, theaters (like Broadway), galleries, and music venues, offering rich cultural experiences.
• Manhattan hosts three of the world's top 10 most-visited tourist attractions: Times Square, Central Park, and Grand Central Terminal.
• With a robust public transportation system, it’s to get around. Most neighborhoods are walkable, and many amenities are within close proximity.
• Love sports? You have plenty of NY teams to root for including the Yankees, Mets, Jets, Giants, Knicks, Islanders and Rangers!
• Love to eat? New York is famous for its pizza, pastrami sandwiches, cheesecake, hots dogs, bagels, and black & white cookies!

The Rewards For You At BluePearl

• Excel in a dynamic environment as a Medical Director, ensuring expert care is delivered to critically ill or injured pets.
• Embrace our commitment to innovation by utilizing cutting-edge diagnostic tools and perform life-saving procedures, contributing to a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team of specialists to make a real impact on the lives of pets and their owners.
• Thrive in a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, with the opportunity to contribute to our unwavering dedication to exceptional care and the chance to make a difference every day.

Essentials For Achieving Excellence At BluePearl

The ideal applicant needs to be self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work harmoniously and effectively with other clinicians, staff and referring veterinarians. We have an incredible collaborative relationship with our referring veterinarians, and the right candidate must be willing to interact in a variety of ways including making personal visits to their practices, presenting CE programs, and discussing cases by phone.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree is required.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Emergency Clinician or 2+ years board-certified Specialist.
• An active veterinary license in good standing.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead by example, effectively resolve conflict, motivate others, multi-task, and problem solve.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate new ideas, new protocols, and effectively resolve client and/or pDVM concerns when necessary.

Why BluePearl? Because it is an exceptional place to work!

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.