Medical Director: Leadership Path to Managing Veterinarian

American Veterinary Medical Association; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No emergency or on-call

Leadership mentorship & development

AAHA-accredited hospital

Modern facilities

In-house IDEXX lab and ultrasound

Career path to Managing Veterinarian

Potential for future ownership

Job summary

Nickerson Animal Health Center in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian or current Medical Director ready to advance into a Managing Veterinarian leadership role. This AAHA-accredited hospital offers autonomy, an experienced team, and a clear path to leadership without emergency or on-call duties.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with hospital leadership to maintain high medical standards, and grow with a supportive network that values personal and

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent).
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Michigan.
• Experience performing routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in leadership, mentorship, and hospital growth.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and fostering a collaborative team culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care for small animal patients.
• Build lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication and education.
• Collaborate with an experienced veterinary support team to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Mentor and support team members while helping foster a positive hospital culture.
• Partner with hospital leadership to maintain high medical standards and operational excellence.
• Grow into - or serve as - the Managing Veterinarian, with mentorship and leadership development provided.

Skills

DVM/Equivalent

Michigan licensure

Surgery & Dentistry

Communication

Leadership interest

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Nickerson Animal Health Center in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian or current Medical Director ready to advance into a Managing Veterinarian leadership role. This AAHA-accredited hospital offers autonomy, an experienced team, and a clear path to leadership without emergency or on-call duties.

You will mentor staff, collaborate with hospital leadership to maintain high medical standards, and grow with a supportive network that values personal and