Medical Director

Vermontvets; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance and dues

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Kingdom Animal Hospital in St. Johnsbury, VT seeks a Medical Director to lead clinical quality, mentor veterinarians, and drive hospital performance. The MD balances hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, guiding medical standards and patient outcomes.

As a clinical leader, you will collaborate with the Practice Manager on operations, mentor staff, and maintain high patient safety. Community engagement and strategic initiatives are also key components of the role.

Qualifications

• DVM/DVM-equivalent required with active licensure in state of practice.
• Active DEA registration and any required licenses/registrations for controlled substances.
• Minimum 3–5 years as a practicing veterinarian; leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and oversee hospital quality and patient care.
• Mentor and develop associate doctors; uphold medical standards and clinical proficiency.
• Collaborate with Practice Manager on scheduling, workflows, and operations.
• Ensure accurate medical records, compliant charging, and regulatory adherence.
• Engage with the local community to advance access to quality care and hospital growth.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Strong communication

Mentorship & coaching

Clinical judgment

Time management

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)

Job description

## Medical DirectorApply: St Johnsbury, VT: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: JR109417**About Our Clinic**At Kingdom Animal Hospital, we are proud to serve the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont with compassionate, high-quality veterinary care in a collaborative and supportive environment. Our dedicated team values teamwork, mentorship, and practicing medicine with the resources needed to provide exceptional patient care. Many of our team members have been part of our practice for 5–25+ years - a testament to the supportive culture we’ve built together. Located in beautiful St. Johnsbury, you'll enjoy the charm of a close-knit community surrounded by some of New England's most stunning outdoor recreation opportunities.**Check us out at:** Kingdom Animal Hospital**Tired of the application process? Email your resume to Brooke Kaiser directly at** **[e-mail]****today!**## ## **Clinic Snapshot*** **Practice Type:** Small Animal General Practice* **Avg. Daily Patient Volume:** High-volume GP with a mix of wellness and medical cases* **Support Staff Ratio:** Strong technician and support staff team* **Case Mix:** Wellness, preventative care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, urgent care, and chronic disease management* **Technology & Equipment:** Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, surgical suite, and modern medical equipment* **Team Culture:** Collaborative, mentorship-focused, team-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care## ## Position SummaryThe Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example—delivering high-quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.In alignment with AmeriVet’s strategic vision for veterinary excellence, the MD balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of their time providing direct patient care while also guiding medical quality and supporting the professional growth of the veterinary team. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals.**Supervisory Responsibilities:**The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice.**Responsibilities & Objectives:****Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice**, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts. **Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture** in which:* Patient care and safety always come first* Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas* The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences**Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians**, ensuring they:* Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care* Demonstrate excellent client communication and education* Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records* Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products* Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture* Receive regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability as needed* Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment.**Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team**, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.**Organize and lead regular doctor meetings** to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.**Partner closely with the Practice Manager** **to**:* Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities* Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.* Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control* Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team* Plan and participate in hospital-wide meetings* Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals* Oversee the maintenance and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance**Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact**, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community.**Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team** to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent.**Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian**, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of:* Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits* Controlled drug inventory, control and process* Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety OfficerActively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital.**Amerivet Ambassador**: Responsible for being an advocate and representative in support of our goals and values by attending events, regular calls etc. as needed. **Perform other duties as assigned** in support of hospital and organizational goals.**Skills Necessary for Success:*** Exceptional **verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills**, with the ability to effectively convey complex medical information through multiple methods and settings.* Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation capabilities, enabling efficient and effective hospital operations.* Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and consistently make thoughtful, wellinformed decisions.* Serve as a visible clinical leader and key driver of practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement.* Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions.* Highly developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team.**Qualifications, Education, and Experience:*** Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.* Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice.* Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s).* Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required.* Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian.* Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.* Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.## Total Rewards & How We Invest in YouWe believe great doctors deserve great rewards.* $145,000 base salary + production bonus* Up to $75,000 signing bonus available* DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production* No negative accrual — We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods* Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings* Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues* Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance* Relocation assistance available* 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits