Veterinary Medical Director

Companion Pet; Yuma (AZ); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

CE reimbursement

401(k) with company match

License fees paid

VIN/Plumbs membership

Liability insurance

Employee referral program

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Foothills Animal Hospital in Yuma, AZ, seeks a Veterinary Medical Director to lead our clinical team and shape medical direction with a focus on compassionate, high-quality care.

You will mentor staff, establish protocols, and collaborate with leadership to drive growth and innovation in a fast-paced, emergency-heavy practice.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and current license in good standing.
• Current DEA registration.
• 3–5 years of clinical experience; leadership/mentoring desirable.
• Strong leadership, communication, and business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical direction and clinical team development.
• Mentor veterinary staff and establish medical protocols.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive growth.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and client communication.
• Set strategic direction with regional leadership.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Clinical excellence

Strategic thinking

Mentoring

Business acumen

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

State veterinary license

DEA license

Leadership/mentoring experience

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Why Join Our Team

Join the dynamic team at Foothills Animal Hospital, a premier, five-doctor facility located in sunny Yuma, Arizona. Since 1991, we've proudly served our community, providing high-quality preventative, wellness, and advanced emergency care.

As a high-energy practice, approximately 70% of our caseload is emergency medicine, giving our team continuous opportunities to hone their skills and make a real difference for pets and their families. Despite the fast pace, our culture is deeply rooted in teamwork, communication, compassion, and a shared commitment to delivering the highest standard of empathetic patient care.

What Sets Us Apart

• Advanced Technology: Work with state-of-the-art equipment, including CT, fluoroscopy, flexible/rigid endoscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiography.
• Exceptional Team Support: Benefit from a robust support structure with 5-8 highly skilled technicians per doctor, ensuring smooth operations.
• Diverse Caseload: Gain experience across the spectrum of veterinary medicine, from routine procedures to critical, high-impact emergency cases.
• Mentorship Focused: We prioritize professional growth with ongoing teaching and mentorship from our leadership team.
• Ideal Location: Enjoy the unique Yuma lifestyle, offering affordable housing, abundant sunshine, and outdoor adventures just 2.5 hours from Phoenix and San Diego.

About This Role

Join our veterinary hospital as a Veterinary Medical Director and lead our clinical team to new heights of excellence! In this prestigious leadership position, you'll shape the medical direction of our practice while fostering a culture of compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.

As the clinical cornerstone of our hospital, you'll mentor and develop our veterinary team, establish medical protocols, and collaborate with hospital leadership to drive growth and innovation. This influential role offers the perfect combination of clinical practice and executive leadership, allowing you to make a profound impact on patient care, team development, and hospital success. If you're passionate about elevating veterinary medicine and ready to lead a dedicated team, we invite you to join us in this pivotal position.

What Success Looks Like

• Clinical Excellence: You'll establish and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care by implementing best practices, guiding medical protocols, and ensuring every patient receives exceptional treatment.
• Team Leadership: You'll inspire and develop our veterinary team through mentorship, training, and fostering a positive hospital culture where professionals feel valued, supported, and motivated to excel.
• Strategic Partnership: You'll collaborate with the Hospital Manager and regional leadership to identify growth opportunities, address challenges, and make strategic decisions that enhance both patient care and hospital performance.
• Quality Assurance: You'll monitor clinical outcomes, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvements to continuously elevate the level of medicine practiced at our hospital.
• Client Advocacy: You'll ensure exceptional client experiences by guiding communication standards, addressing complex cases or concerns, and fostering trust between our practice and the community we serve.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with current state license and DEA registration
• Exceptional clinical skills with comprehensive knowledge of veterinary medicine
• Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring and developing veterinary professionals
• Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
• Outstanding communication skills that inspire confidence in team members and clients
• Sound business acumen with understanding of veterinary practice operations
• Adaptability and composure when managing complex situations or competing prioritiesCollaborative approach to working with hospital leadership and regional teams
• Genuine compassion for animals and commitment to the highest standards of care
• Willingness to serve as the veterinary face of the practice in professional and regulatory contexts

Education & Experience

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required
• Current state veterinary license in good standing
• Current DEA license required
• 3-5 years of clinical experience preferred
• Previous leadership or mentoring experience highly desirable
• Experience with practice management and team development a plus

How We'll Support You

• Competitive salary ($180,000 - $250,000 base) + production
• Performance Bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and continuing education support with reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid license fees, VIN/Plumbs membership, and liability insurance
• Employee referral program and financial wellness support
• Relocation assistance available

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.