Medical Director / Leadership Veterinarian – Phoenix, AZ

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership incentives

CE allowance

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Lakefield Veterinary Group in Phoenix seeks a Medical Director and leadership veterinarian to mentor doctors, shape hospital culture, and deliver exceptional patient care. This role offers clinical autonomy within a family-owned organization and opportunities to connect with multiple hospitals in the area.

The right candidate will thrive on leadership, mentorship, and cross-hospital collaboration while aligning with the group’s goals and resources for long-term impact.

Qualifications

• Leadership and collaborative mindset with a passion for high-quality medicine.
• Ability to mentor veterinarians and develop clinical teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Desire to shape the future of a hospital and its culture.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and lead veterinary teams across Phoenix-area hospitals.
• Help shape hospital culture and clinical standards.
• Deliver exceptional patient care with clinical autonomy within Lakefield Veterinary Group.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Strategic planning

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Medical Director / Leadership Veterinarian – Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix

Lead with purpose. Practice with autonomy. Build something meaningful.

Lakefield Veterinary Group is looking to connect with experienced veterinarians who are interested in Medical Director and leadership opportunities throughout the Phoenix area.

If you’re passionate about mentoring other doctors, helping shape hospital culture, and delivering exceptional patient care, we’d love to start a conversation. While we don’t have a specific hospital assigned to this opportunity just yet, we’re looking to build relationships with strong veterinary leaders who want to make an impact.

What We're Looking For

• Passion for high-quality medicine and collaborative leadership
• Interest in mentoring and developing veterinary teams
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Desire to help shape the future of a hospital

What You Can Expect

• Competitive compensation with production
• Leadership incentives
• CE allowance and leadership development opportunities
• Clinical autonomy with the support of a family-owned veterinary organization
• The opportunity to find the right hospital based on your goals and interests

Why Lakefield Veterinary Group?

At Lakefield Veterinary Group, we believe every hospital is unique. We empower our local teams with the support and resources they need while preserving the culture and autonomy that make each practice special. Our goal is to match exceptional veterinarians with the right hospital—not just the first opening.

Interested in Learning More?

If you’re curious about leadership opportunities in the Phoenix area, let’s connect. We’d love to learn more about your career goals and explore where you could make the biggest impact.