Veterinary Medical Director

Global Talent Partners; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 129,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

Medical coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

CE allowance

License fees covered

Professional liability

Relocation assistance

Uniform allowance

Leadership training

Job summary

Global Talent Partners in Cary, NC is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a high‑performing small‑animal hospital in a retail setting. This is a working‑manager role combining hands‑on clinical care with mentorship, staff development, and hospital leadership to sustain medical excellence.

You will oversee clinical standards, case reviews, regulatory compliance, and client communication while driving hospital performance and growth.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active NC veterinary license or eligibility.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• DEA registration (or eligibility) for controlled substances.
• Experience leading teams or strong interest in clinical leadership.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable practicing in a client-forward, retail-embedded clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor associate veterinarians and support staff.
• Uphold medical quality with case reviews and safety initiatives.
• Provide clinical care including preventive medicine and dentistry.
• Drive hospital performance with management partnership.
• Oversee onboarding and coaching for new veterinarians.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper drug controls.
• Support recruiting and provide excellent candidate experience.
• Address client concerns professionally and promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Client communication

Education

DVM or VMD

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

J889225 Cary North Carolina USD129K- USD196K / Year

Lead medical excellence as Area Chief of Staff with a respected small-animal hospital in Cary, NC, offering compensation up to $196,000. This is a career-defining leadership role combining hands‑on clinical work, team development, and hospital performance.

The Hospital

• Established small‑animal clinic located within a popular pet retail environment, offering high visibility and steady client flow
• Supportive, multi‑role team including veterinarians, registered technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service professionals
• Broad primary‑care caseload across wellness, vaccinations, dentistry, routine soft‑tissue surgery (including spay/neuter), microchipping, and end‑of‑life care
• Practical diagnostic and treatment resources such as an in‑house pharmacy, in‑house laboratory testing, digital radiography, and dental imaging
• Modern exam rooms and efficient workflows designed for accessibility and client convenience
• Culture focused on quality, communication, and continuous improvement, with an emphasis on mentorship and professional growth
• Opportunity to enhance community reputation through exceptional client experience and consistent, preventive‑focused care

Location

Based in Cary, NC - a central Research Triangle community with easy access to Raleigh, Durham, Research Triangle Park, and RDU International Airport. Cary blends a strong local economy with outstanding parks, schools, and a vibrant cultural calendar.

• Central to major employers and research hubs, with typical off-peak drives of around 10–25 minutes to downtown Raleigh or Durham, and under 20 minutes to RDU
• Home to a prominent technology and analytics employer presence, adding to a dynamic local economy
• Extensive parks and greenways, including the 310-acre Fred G. Bond Metro Park and Hemlock Bluffs Nature Preserve
• Active arts and events scene: Downtown Cary Park, The Cary Theater, and Koka Booth Amphitheatre host year‑round concerts, festivals, and markets
• Highly regarded public schools and family‑friendly neighborhoods
• Regularly noted in quality‑of‑life rankings for safety, amenities, and livability

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for a production‑based incentive plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE days
• State veterinary license and DEA fees covered
• Professional liability coverage
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance and well‑being resources
• Parental leave
• Relocation support where eligible
• Uniform allowance and employee discounts
• Leadership training, mentorship, and defined career development pathways

The Role

• Full‑time, hospital‑based position serving as a working manager and medical leader
• Lead, mentor, and develop associate veterinarians; foster an inclusive, collaborative team culture with technicians and client service staff
• Uphold medical quality standards through case review, medical record audits, and patient safety initiatives
• Provide clinical care, including preventive medicine, dentistry, and routine soft‑tissue surgery, with a focus on client communication and follow‑up
• Drive hospital performance and operational goals through partnership with hospital management
• Oversee onboarding and coaching for newly hired veterinarians to build clinical, surgical, and dental competence
• Ensure regulatory compliance, including controlled substance management and radiation safety, and maintain accurate pharmacy and medical equipment controls
• Support recruiting efforts and provide an excellent experience to candidates and student externs
• Address client concerns professionally and promptly to strengthen trust and retention
• Schedule may include some evenings or weekends consistent with a retail‑based clinical setting

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Active license (or eligibility) to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• DEA registration (or eligibility) for controlled substances
• Demonstrated proficiency in general practice, dentistry, and routine soft‑tissue surgery
• Experience leading teams or strong interest in clinical leadership and mentorship
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable practicing in a client‑forward, retail‑embedded clinic environment