Regional Medical Director

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet adoption leave

Childcare and elder care support

Student loan support

Free CE courses

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is looking for a Regional Medical Director to oversee operations in Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico. This role includes extensive responsibilities such as mentoring veterinarians, conducting hospital visits, and driving performance improvements.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of clinical experience and a DVM degree. Benefits include competitive pay, 401(k) matching, mental health resources, and various perks related to pets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
• 5+ years of Medical Director experience.
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Medical Directors and hospital leaders to support medical excellence.
• Mentor and develop veterinarians through coaching.
• Conduct regular hospital visits for guidance and leadership.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Mentoring

Team leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Regional Medical Director

Location: Colorado (supporting Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico)
Travel: Up to 75%

Compensation is negotiable based on experience and credentials, with an expected starting range of $200–220 / year. The actual salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Medical Directors, hospital leaders, and regional operations teams to support medical excellence and hospital performance.
• Mentor and develop veterinarians through coaching, professional development, and structured support.
• Conduct regular hospital visits, providing on-site guidance, clinical leadership, and follow-up action planning.
• Analyze medical and financial performance metrics to identify opportunities and drive improvement.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and development of veterinarians and Medical Directors.
• Lead and participate in doctor meetings, mentorship initiatives, and continuing education efforts.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to support strategic planning, service growth, and operational initiatives.
• Promote a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Ensure compliance with medical policies, regulatory requirements, and clinical standards.
• Partner with externship, mentorship, and leadership development programs to strengthen the veterinarian pipeline.
• Support implementation of best practices and enterprise initiatives across the region.
• Serve as interim Medical Director when needed to provide leadership continuity.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license and DEA registration.
• 8+ years of clinical veterinary experience.
• 5+ years of Medical Director experience.
• Experience leading teams in a multi‑site or growing healthcare organization preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret medical and financial performance metrics and coach teams toward improvement.
• Proven experience mentoring, developing, and influencing veterinary professionals.
• Demonstrated success leading through change, navigating complex situations, and building collaborative relationships.
• Strong communication, coaching, and conflict‑resolution skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into measurable outcomes.
• Ability to travel extensively throughout the region (up to 75%).

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in a veterinary specialty.
• Experience in regional or multi‑site veterinary leadership.
• Experience supporting mentorship programs, continuing education, or externship programs.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Parental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• Free CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance