Specialty Medical Director

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical Director Stipend

Administrative time

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare seeks a Specialty Medical Director for Advanced Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City. You will lead medical standards, drive clinical excellence, and collaborate with hospital leadership to elevate patient care.

You'll recruit and mentor DVMs, guide performance metrics, and shape a culture of collaboration and growth across our multi-specialty and ER network. Competitive pay and sign-on available.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree required.
• State veterinary license in good standing before start date.
• Active DEA license or eligible to obtain one.
• Board certification or residency in surgery, neurology or internal medicine.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical standards and hospital performance with leadership team.
• Recruit, mentor, and retain top veterinary talent.
• Coach associate veterinarians and uphold high patient care standards.
• Foster a collaborative culture and data-informed decision making.

Skills

Veterinary leadership

Clinical excellence

Team mentorship

Recruiting

Data-informed decisions

Education

DVM/VMD

State license in good standing

Active DEA license or eligible

Board Certified or Residency in Surgery/Neurology/Internal Medicine

Job description

Description

Thrive Pet Healthcare is looking to add a Specialty Medical Director to Advanced Veterinary Care's team!

$100,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!

About You

As a clinical leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change and medical excellence. In collaborative partnership with the Practice Manager and hospital leadership team, you will guide the hospital's medical standards, support hospital performance, and foster a positive, collaborative culture. Central to this role is your active involvement in recruiting and retaining top veterinary talent, coaching and developing associate DVMs, and upholding high standards of patient care.

You'll mentor and develop associate veterinarians, support hospital operations through effective leadership and data-informed decision making, and play a key part in shaping clinical excellence and team engagement— all while modeling Thrive Pet Healthcare's Core Values.

The success of your patients' care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities —plus, no negative accrual.

You're willing and able to lead with your head, heart, and hands — bringing people together to achieve a common purpose and drive hospital-wide excellence.

Learn more about Advanced Veterinary Care.

• Dynamic multi-specialty and 24/7 ER group
• Focus on excellent medicine and building relationships in the veterinary community
• Established in 2008 as the first specialty practice in Salt Lake City
• Services include Emergency, Surgery, and Cardiology.
• Emphasis on continuing education, training for support staff and local vets
• Seeking candidates with strong communication, empathy, and enthusiasm

Get ready to explore Salt Lake City, where majestic mountains meet urban excitement in a perfect harmony dance! You'll find adventure calling from every corner with the stunning Wasatch Range as your backdrop. Glide down powdery slopes in winter, hike picturesque trails in summer, and revel in a city buzzing with life year-round. Savor local delights from gourmet food trucks, groove to live music echoing through vibrant streets, and soak up the friendly atmosphere as warm as the sunrise over the Great Salt Lake. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, a culture buff, or just seeking unforgettable moments, Salt Lake City's stage is set for your extraordinary escapade!

Our network of 400 clinics across the country creates an exceptional community of veterinary professionals and resources. Thrive Pet Healthcare derives its power from individuality and interconnectivity. We are proud of our Specialty Directors Board, designed to connect specialists like you across the country for networking, community and mentorship as needed. The Board is just one element of our unique Medical Excellence and education platform, including a Clinical Research Committee, a Doctor Mentorship Committee, and more. It is aimed at providing you with the necessary knowledge, tools, and resources to enhance your professional journey.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

Our veterinarians form a vast peer network of multi-disciplinary experts here to bolster your professional and personal well‑being by offering support. When you need to rebalance, you’ll have access to meaningful resources and benefits because they’re built around nurturing your mental health. This means taking the time you need with options for flexible scheduling, like three to five‑day work weeks to fit every phase of your career and life.

Benefits – our care in action

We invest heavily in our teams' growth and development. We nurture an emotionally intelligent workplace and strive to maintain a positive work/life balance.We pride ourselves in creating an environment that meets your specific needs and enhances your quality of life and work.

Some of our benefits include:

• A progressive compensation model that includes competitive base salaries with additional production opportunities. And,no negative accrual.
• $100,000 sign-on bonus available.
• Medical Director Stipend
• Designated administrative time.
• A Personal + Professional Package of Paid Time Off
  • Paid Vacation time, Parental leave, PURR-rental leave, and bereavement – to grieve both humans and pets.
• Separate paid time to pursue Continuing Education
• Generous Support for Board Study Paid Time
• Mental health and well‑being, as we understand the unique challenges that come with veterinary care and offer resources to alleviate them.
• Educational support because knowledge is power and fundamental in your growth and development.
• Impressive Pet Perks – free exams and discounts on products and services at all Thrive locations.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, before their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
• Board Certified or Residency Trained Veterinarian in Surgery, Neurology or Internal Medicine.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.