Medical Director

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

CE allowance

Parental leave

Renovated facility

Growing team

Joint venture opportunity

Job summary

Dale City Animal Hospital in Woodbridge, VA is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical and administrative teams. The role focuses on delivering top-tier veterinary care, mentoring staff, and expanding services as the practice grows. A strong leader with vision for community involvement is essential.

The position includes relocation incentives, ongoing professional development, and a supportive work environment with a rotating 4–5 day schedule and no overnight care.

Qualifications

• DVM licensed in Virginia or ability to obtain licensure quickly.
• Strong leadership experience in a multi-doctor veterinary practice.
• Proven ability to manage hospital operations and finances.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and AAHA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee surgical and medical cases for all doctors and ensure positive outcomes.
• Manage hospital finances including revenue, expenses, and growth.
• Lead staff training, performance reviews, and recruiting efforts.
• Maintain medical records, drive community engagement, and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Veterinary medical knowledge

Client communication

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Idexx Lab equipment

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - Managing / Medical Director

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Dale City Animal Hospital inWoodbridge, VAis searching for a Medical Director to join their team!

Relocating MDVM's receive $20,000 or more towards stress-free relocation assistance with our corporate relocation partner

Parental Leave, Newly Renovated Facility, Growing Team

Dale City Animal Hospital has been providing high standards of medicine within this community for over 30 years. Dale City has recently relocated to a newly renovated 7,000 square foot facility. We are currently a 3-doctor practice and are looking to expand into a larger team in the years to come as our practice grows. Dale City strives to provide an environment that upholds outstanding customer service, top notch patient care, and a fun work environment. We are looking for a strong leader who is interested in helping to build a practice and use their skills to better veterinary medicine in our community.

Equipment and Procedures

• GP, small animal in addition to exotic pets
• Open treatment area
• Double surgical suite
• Dental Suite with portable digital Xray
• 10 Exam Rooms
• DVM office space overlooking the treatment area
• Ultrasound & Xray
• In house Idexx Lab equipment

Work-Life Balance

We are a strong believer of supporting work-life balance through having a rotating schedule of 4 and 5-day work weeks. The occasional Saturday might be needed as we build the DVM team. We are a facility that does not house pets overnight or currently offer appointments past 7:00pm. We are closed on the 6 federal holidays as well. We work to provide customized scheduling that fits the needs of our team, MDVM included.

Responsibilities

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors while ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication/education
• Responsible for the financial performance of the hospital including revenue and hospital contribution growth as well as managing all hospital expenses
• Sees wellness and sick appointments, performs physical examinations, and conducts diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures
• Monitors DVM performance, production, and assures current licensure of all DVMs
• Educated on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
• Trains all medical staff, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records/logs
• Increase hospital's community involvement through partnering with community leaders and engaging with local support groups to support pet care needs.
• Participates in recruiting and interviewing DVMs and general staff members
• Maintains and improves medical standards, quality of care, hospital compliance, and AAHA accreditation
• The Medical Director partners with the Hospital Manager in the development and delivery of staff training programs, employee hiring/termination, resolving staff concerns, driving community involvement, participating in technician appraisal and counseling sessions , and promoting growth and innovation of the practice. The MDVM also prepares an annual planning matrix, operating budget, and capital budget with support from the hospital team and Divisional Leadership.

Dale City Animal Hospital inWoodbridge, VAis searching for a Medical Director to join their team!

Joint Venture Opportunity, Generous Sign-On Bonus

Relocating MDVM's receive $20,000 or more towards stress-free relocation assistance with our corporate relocation partner

$3K + 5 Days CE Allowance, Student Debt Repayment Allowance

Parental Leave, Newly Renovated Facility, Growing Team

Dale City Animal Hospital has been providing high standards of medicine within this community for over 30 years. Dale City has recently relocated to a newly renovated 7,000 square foot facility. We are currently a 3-doctor practice and are looking to expand into a larger team in the years to come as our practice grows. Dale City strives to provide an environment that upholds outstanding customer service, top notch patient care, and a fun work environment. We are looking for a strong leader who is interested in helping to build a practice and use their skills to better veterinary medicine in our community.

Equipment and Procedures

• GP, small animal in addition to exotic pets
• Open treatment area
• Double surgical suite
• Dental Suite with portable digital Xray
• 10 Exam Rooms
• DVM office space overlooking the treatment area
• Ultrasound & Xray
• In house Idexx Lab equipment

Work-Life Balance

We are a strong believer of supporting work-life balance through having a rotating schedule of 4 and 5-day work weeks. The occasional Saturday might be needed as we build the DVM team. We are a facility that does not house pets overnight or currently offer appointments past 7:00pm. We are closed on the 6 federal holidays as well. We work to provide customized scheduling that fits the needs of our team, MDVM included.

Responsibilities

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors while ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication/education
• Responsible for the financial performance of the hospital including revenue and hospital contribution growth as well as managing all hospital expenses
• Sees wellness and sick appointments, performs physical examinations, and conducts diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures
• Monitors DVM performance, production, and assures current licensure of all DVMs
• Educated on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine
• Trains all medical staff, including the mentoring of new graduates
• Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records/logs
• Increase hospital's community involvement through partnering with community leaders and engaging with local support groups to support pet care needs.
• Participates in recruiting and interviewing DVMs and general staff members
• Maintains and improves medical standards, quality of care, hospital compliance, and AAHA accreditation
• The Medical Director partners with the Hospital Manager in the development and delivery of staff training programs, employee hiring/termination, resolving staff concerns, driving community involvement, participating in technician appraisal and counseling sessions , and promoting growth and innovation of the practice. The MDVM also prepares an annual planning matrix, operating budget, and capital budget with support from the hospital team and Divisional Leadership.