Medical Director

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Ownership pathway

Mentorship and coaching

CE allowance

Parental leave

Job summary

Five Forks Animal Hospital in Simpsonville, SC is seeking a Medical Director to lead a collaborative veterinary team and shape medical standards while enjoying work-life balance and a clear ownership pathway. You will mentor doctors, influence hospital direction, and oversee high-quality patient care with autonomy.

This role offers up to $175,000 base salary plus signing bonus, with no on-call or after-hours obligations, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Medical leadership experience preferred.
• Ownership pathway available for veterinarians.
• Autonomy to shape medical standards and mentor doctors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical team and set clinical standards.
• Guide client communication and uphold hospital culture.
• Support ownership pathway and growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical autonomy

Job description

You didn’t become a veterinarian just to manage cases — you became one to lead, influence, and build something meaningful. At Five Forks Animal Hospital, this is your opportunity to step into a Medical Director role where your voice matters, your leadership is trusted, and practice ownership is a real — not a distant promise.

Located in the thriving Five Forks / Simpsonville community, our hospital is built for veterinarians who want more than a title — they want impact, balance, and a legacy.

Your Next Chapter
Imagine leading a collaborative medical team that values progressive medicine, thoughtful client communication, and a positive workplace culture. You’re supported — not micromanaged. You have the autonomy to shape medical standards, mentor doctors, and influence the future of the hospital while still having a life outside of work.

What This Role Offers

• Medical Director leadership position with clinical autonomy
• Clear Veterinary Partner / ownership pathway
• Up to $175,000 Base Salary + Signing Bonus - True Pro-Sal (no negative accrual)
• No on-call or after-hours
• Paid holidays, PTO, and paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K with match
• Significant CE allowance + paid licensing & VIN membership
• Mentorship and business coaching from experienced owner-DVMs
• Support from a veterinary leadership network (SynergyVet)
• Equity Opportunity - Ownership-track veterinarians within our network consistently earn well above national averages, with the mentorship and infrastructure needed to succeed as owners — clinically and financially.

About Five Forks Animal Hospital
Five Forks Animal Hospital is a full-service companion animal practice serving one of the fastest-growing communities in South Carolina. Our focus is on high-quality medicine, strong client relationships, and a supportive, team-first culture. We believe great leadership starts with trust, communication, and shared values.

Enjoy the charm of a close-knit community with quick access to Greenville’s dining, arts, and outdoor lifestyle. With excellent schools, affordable living, and proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, this is a place where both careers and families thrive.

Your Opportunity to Lead
If you’re ready to step into a leadership role where you can shape culture, elevate medicine, and build long-term equity, Five Forks Animal Hospital is ready for you.