Veterinary Medical Director

fetch vets; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental & vision insurance

PTO & paid holidays

Paid licenses/PLIT/dues

Safe Harbor 401(k) with match

CE & uniform allowance

Job summary

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers is seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director for our Brandon, Florida hospital. The role combines clinical work with administrative leadership to optimize patient care and hospital operations.

You will lead a team of veterinary professionals, set care protocols, and drive continuous improvements in service quality. Ideally licensed in Florida with 2+ years in a specialty practice or equivalent leadership.

Qualifications

• Florida veterinary license (or eligibility)
• Minimum 2 years in a veterinary specialty practice or equivalent clinical leadership role
• Proven leadership and mentoring abilities

Responsibilities

• Oversee medical operations and lead veterinary team in Brandon, FL
• Maintain 50/50 split between clinical work and administrative duties
• Establish care protocols and drive continuous improvements in patient care and client service
• Mentor staff and collaborate with leadership to improve hospital performance
• Ensure compliance with regulations and professional standards

Skills

Leadership

Clinical excellence

Mentoring

Staff development

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director Brandon, Florida

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers is a family-owned, multi-specialty and emergency veterinary group with hospitals across Florida and South Carolina. Our team is a mix of foodies, adventurers, athletes, musicians, parents, plant lovers, and more. Whether you love the beach, live concerts, or quiet evenings with Netflix, you’ll find your people here.

We believe great medicine starts with great culture—and our culture starts with you.

Our Story:

Fetch opened its doors in 2016 as a boutique oncology center in Naples, FL. Since then, we’ve grown into a thriving network of five specialty and emergency hospitals.

We’re proud to be privately owned—giving us the flexibility to invest in innovation, prioritize quality of life, and make decisions based on what’s best for our team and our patients. No corporate red tape. No layers between you and leadership.

About the Role:

Fetch is looking for an experienced and talented Veterinary Medical Director to lead our team of veterinary professionals in Brandon, Florida. In this role, you’ll manage both medical operations and staff mentoring, ensuring top-notch care for our patients and exceptional service for our clients. With a 50/50 split between clinical work and administrative duties, this is a unique opportunity to shape patient care and optimize how the hospital runs day-to-day.
As Medical Director, you’ll lead and inspire our veterinary team, creating a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment. You’ll oversee medical operations, establish care protocols, and drive continuous improvements in patient care and client services. Partnering closely with our Chief Medical Officer, COO, CEO, and hospital leadership, you’ll fine-tune medical practices and put new policies into action. You’ll also mentor your team, build strong relationships with referring veterinarians, stay current on the latest in veterinary medicine, and provide hands‑on care for complex cases. Additionally, you’ll ensure compliance with regulations, address client concerns, and play an active role in developing new talent.

Ideal Candidate

• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Florida
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a veterinary specialty practice or equivalent clinical leadership role
• Competitive base salary plus production
• Signing bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with employer match
• CE and uniform allowance
• Paid licenses, PLIT, and professional dues
• PTO and paid holidays
• A leadership team that listens, supports, and invests in you