Medical Director

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Roanoke Rapids (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

401k

CE reimbursement

PTO

Job summary

Roanoke Animal Hospital in Eastern North Carolina seeks a Veterinary Medical Director to lead clinical teams, oversee medical standards, and drive patient care excellence. You will shape departmental strategy, mentor doctors and staff, and engage with the community while ensuring top-tier medical outcomes.

The role offers a competitive base salary up to $130,000 plus production bonuses, with incentives up to $25,000 and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401k, and

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in North Carolina.
• Commitment to high standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to delegate, lead, and motivate staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surgical and medical cases across doctors to ensure positive outcomes and clear client communication.
• Provide oversight of medical standards, quality of care, and inventory management.
• Lead recruitment and mentoring of staff; monitor performance and CE/licensure tracking.
• Drive hospital growth, manage expenses, and assist in annual planning and budgeting.
• Support client education, service expansion, and community involvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Staff management

Decision making

Time management

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - Managing / Medical Director

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Roanoke Animal Hospitalis Eastern North Carolina’s premier full-service veterinary hospital. Our modern practice offers a wide variety of cutting edge medical, surgical, and dental treatment options to a loyal and compliant clientele. Our doctors enjoy the support of a cohesively trained, cheerful staff, and a sustainable work-life balance.

Potential Ownership Interest:Provided you maintain continued employment and good standing with the Hospital, you may be permitted to participate in the JV Pathway to Partnership Program or similar program which may prepare you to purchase an agreed-upon ownership interest in the Hospital at a future date. The terms of any such program are subject to change at the Company’s discretion and without notice. The purchase of any ownership interest shall be in accordance with any terms the Board deems appropriate at such time in the future.

As the Medical Director, you will enjoy:

• Up to $130,000 base salary plus production bonuses
• Choice of Incentive up to $25,000:Student Loan Repayment Plan, Retention Bonus, Sign-On Bonus, Health Insurance Reimbursement, Vacation Allowance, White Glove Relocation Assistance or Donation to a charity of your choice!
• Comprehensivebenefits package including health, dental, vision, ancillary coverage & 401k
• Attractive PTOand a rotating schedule which will provide a healthy work-life balance from large blocks of days off, including weekends and no on-call hours required
• $2500 in CE and in addition we will pay for Licensing, DEA, dues & fees
• Opportunityto provide new services to our community-Roanoke Animal Hospital supports the CE interests of our Veterinarians!

Our practice enjoys the support of a well-trained and highly utilized technical support staff along with high quality diagnostic, treatment, and surgical equipment, allowing you to practice in an encouraging, supportive environment.

Fully equipped surgical suite, offering a variety of soft tissue surgeries

Ultrasound and Echocardiogram

Reproductive services

Full-service boarding, grooming, and daycare

Medical Director -- Leadership Qualities, Responsibilities & Qualifications:

We are looking for someone who will foster a positive, supportive environment that will encourage learning and collaboration across our team. We want someone who instills teamwork! You should be passionate about providing quality medicine, client education, and exceptional service to our loyal clientele.

Advancing Medical Care

• Oversee surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education
• Answer client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures
• Provide oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory
• Oversee transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor
• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories

Leading Staff and Practice

• Participate in recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, and when appropriate general staff members
• Be passionate about Mentoring other Associates
• Monitor Doctor performance and production
• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions
• Ensure all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure
• Drive revenue and contribute to hospital growth, including managing hospital expenses
• Assist in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget
• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement
• Embrace change and support interests within the hospital
• Monitors client service, marketing, and growth initiatives

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of North Carolina
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Delegates tasks and achieves results with hospital team members
• Makes decisions confidently and effectively
• Leads employees by coaching, correcting, developing, and motivating them to achieve success
• Manages time and tasks appropriately
• Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients