Medical Director (DVM) – Flexible Schedule

Desort; Alamogordo (NM); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with production-based incentives

Leadership stipend and sign-on bonus available

Continuing education allowance and paid professional dues

Relocation assistance available

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

Job summary

A veterinary organization in Alamogordo, NM seeks a Medical Director (DVM) to lead its clinical team while providing high-quality animal care. The role combines hands-on patient care with leadership responsibilities, fostering a positive culture and mentoring associate veterinarians. Applicants must hold a DVM degree, have strong clinical skills, and demonstrate leadership experience. Competitive salary, bonuses, and relocation assistance are offered in this fulfilling position.

Qualifications

• Active veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure).
• Commitment to high standards of care and team development.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care to small animal patients.
• Oversee clinical standards and ensure quality patient outcomes.
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and clinical team members.
• Develop and maintain medical protocols and SOPs.
• Partner with hospital leadership to align medical and operational goals.
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented culture.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strong clinical and surgical proficiency

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience

Communication

Team mentorship

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent

Job description

Medical Director (DVM) – Alamogordo, NM

An established small animal practice is seeking a Medical Director to lead its clinical team while continuing to practice high‑quality veterinary medicine. This role combines hands‑on patient care with medical leadership responsibilities, offering the opportunity to guide clinical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the hospital. The ideal candidate values collaboration, accountability, and excellence in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care to small animal patients
• Oversee clinical standards and ensure quality patient outcomes
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and clinical team members
• Develop and maintain medical protocols and standard operating procedures
• Partner with hospital leadership to align medical and operational goals
• Foster a positive, team‑oriented culture
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
• Active veterinary license (or ability to obtain licensure)
• Strong clinical and surgical proficiency
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high standards of care and team development

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production‑based incentives
• Leadership stipend and sign‑on bonus available
• Long‑term incentive opportunities
• No negative accrual compensation model
• Continuing education allowance and paid professional dues
• Relocation assistance available
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

How to Apply

Veterinarians interested in this leadership opportunity are encouraged to send their resume to: 📧 [e-mail]

Please complete the online application to be considered.

For more information, please contact:

Sam Ortiz
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist
📞 [phone]
📧 [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer
This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.