Veterinary Medical Director

Global Talent Partners; Mount Juliet (TN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

CE allowance and paid CE days

License and DEA fee reimbursement

Professional liability coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee pet care discounts

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Job summary

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a high-quality AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital in Mount Juliet, Tennessee.

This role focuses on medical leadership, mentoring clinicians, and ensuring adherence to AAHA guidelines while partnering with management on workflow and client experience. The position requires a DVM/VMD, Tennessee license, DEA eligibility, and 3+ years of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited institution is required.
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Tennessee (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
• Minimum 3 years of small-animal clinical experience; leadership/mentoring preferred.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to collaborative, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership, uphold AAHA guidelines.
• Mentor and develop veterinarians and clinical teams; foster collaboration.
• Oversee medical protocols, QA, and controlled substance compliance.
• Deliver high-quality clinical care: exams, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, treatment planning.
• Partner with practice management on workflow, scheduling, and client experience.
• Guide service growth and equipment decisions aligned with patient care goals.
• Participate in community outreach and client education initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership experience

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or VMD from an accredited institution

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

J922411 Mount Juliet Tennessee USD140K- USD160K / Year

Lead a well-reviewed, AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital as Medical Director in Mount Juliet, TN, with compensation up to $160,000. Join a collaborative team with strong in-house capabilities and deep community roots.

The Hospital

This AAHA-accredited, full-service small-animal practice offers a supportive, team-centered environment where veterinarians, credentialed technicians, assistants, and client service professionals work closely together.

• Comprehensive services: preventive and primary care, dentistry (with dental x-rays), dermatology and ophthalmology, anesthesia and surgery, hospitalization and isolation care
• On-site capabilities: digital imaging, in-house laboratory and pharmacy, dedicated surgical suite
• Patient care focus: ICU-level support for post-op and medical patients, strong client communication and education
• Client support: climate-controlled boarding and day-care options; financing solutions available to help clients pursue recommended care
• Culture: reputable locally, engaged in community outreach, and committed to continuous improvement
• Schedule: predictable weekday hours with shared Saturday coverage

Location

Based in Mount Juliet, TN, this role places the Medical Director in a thriving suburb just east of Nashville, combining suburban convenience with quick access to urban amenities and the outdoors.

• Easy access: approximately 15–20 miles to downtown Nashville via I-40; about 15–30 minutes to Nashville International Airport (BNA), traffic dependent
• Everyday convenience: Providence Marketplace anchors local shopping, dining, and entertainment
• Parks and recreation: city-run parks, a community center, trails, dog parks, sports complexes, and active youth leagues
• Outdoor lifestyle: known as the City Between the Lakes, with Old Hickory Lake to the north and Percy Priest Lake to the south for boating, fishing, and paddling
• Schools: served by Wilson County Schools, with well-regarded local options including Mt. Juliet High
• Growing community: one of the faster-growing Nashville-area suburbs with expanding amenities and neighborhoods

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
• State license and DEA fee reimbursement
• Professional liability coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee pet care discounts
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Relocation assistance considered for qualified candidates

The Role

• Provide medical leadership, uphold high standards of care, and support adherence to AAHA guidelines
• Mentor and develop veterinarians and clinical teams; foster a culture of collaboration and case review
• Oversee medical protocols, quality assurance, and controlled substance compliance
• Deliver high-quality clinical care, including examinations, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, and treatment planning
• Partner with practice management on workflow, scheduling, and client experience
• Guide service growth and equipment decisions aligned with patient care goals
• Participate in community outreach and client education initiatives

Requirements

• DVM or VMD (or equivalent) from an accredited institution
• License to practice veterinary medicine in Tennessee (or ability to obtain prior to start)
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum 3 years of small-animal clinical experience; prior leadership or mentoring experience preferred
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to collaborative, high-quality care