Medical Director

NVA General Practice; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No non-compete

Competitive compensation with positive

Leadership opportunity

Professional development

Work-life balance

401k with employer match

Short-term disability plan

Job summary

St. Johns Veterinary Hospital in St. Augustine, Florida, seeks a Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director to lead a collaborative team and provide high-quality care for small animals, exotics, and wildlife.

The role offers a hands-on leadership position with opportunities to mentor the veterinary staff, shape medical protocols, and contribute to hospital growth while maintaining patient care responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinarian with leadership experience and staff mentorship.
• Hands-on clinician comfortable with small animals, exotics, and wildlife.
• Ability to shape medical protocols while maintain high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and mentor the veterinary team.
• Help shape medical protocols and practice standards.
• Maintain hands-on patient care alongside the team.
• Oversee operations to support growth of the hospital.

Skills

Leadership

Team Collaboration

Mentoring

Clinical leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

DVM / VMD

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Endoscopy

Digital radiography

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director

St. Johns Veterinary Hospital | St. Augustine, Florida

Leadership. Medicine. Lifestyle.

If you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a leadership opportunity where you can make a meaningful impact while still enjoying a predictable schedule and life outside the hospital, St. Johns Veterinary Hospital in beautiful St. Augustine, Florida, may be the right fit.

We're seeking a Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director to join our established team and help lead a collaborative practice providing high-quality care for small animals, exotics, and wildlife.

Why St. Johns Veterinary Hospital?

• 4-day work week with rotating half-day Saturdays
• Join a team of 3 associate DVMs
• Opportunity to provide medical leadership while continuing to practice
• Small animal, exotic, and wildlife caseload
• 6 exam rooms
• Dedicated surgery suite
• Separate ultrasound room
• Wet table for dentistry in the treatment area
• IDEXX in-house laboratory
• Digital radiography & digital dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• Endoscopy & laparoscopy
• Cold laser therapy
• EKG
• State-of-the-art monitoring equipment for surgical suites and intensive care
• Strong support for advanced diagnostics and patient care

The Opportunity

As the Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to provide clinical leadership, mentor and support the veterinary team, help shape medical protocols, and contribute to the continued growth of the hospital - all while maintaining a hands-on role in patient care.

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys collaboration, values high-quality medicine, and is excited to help develop a thriving medical team.

What We Offer

• No non-compete
• Competitive compensation with production opportunity - No negative accrual
• Leadership opportunity with an established team
• Support for professional growth and continuing education
• A schedule designed to provide work-life balance
• 401k with employer match
• Employer paid short-term disability plan

Why St. Augustine?

Live and work in one of Florida's most charming coastal communities. St. Augustine offers beautiful beaches, historic charm, outdoor recreation, local restaurants, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle - all within easy reach of Jacksonville and Northeast Florida.