Veterinary Medical Director — ER/CC, Sign-On $100K

Route-66-Veterinary-Emergency-; New Mexico; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on/Relocation assistance

Health insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a Medical Director for its established emergency and critical care hospital. The role blends 80% clinical care with 20% administrative leadership, guiding a seasoned team and partnering with leadership to grow services.

Join a culture focused on advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork, delivering exceptional patient and clinician experiences while shaping the future of veterinary care.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification or Residency Trained.
• Strong clinical experience in emergency and critical care medicine, with a passion for mentorship and team development.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and a collaborative approach to working with doctors, technicians, and hospital leadership.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship to the emergency and critical care team while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Support high-quality emergency and critical care medicine and help promote consistent clinical standards across the hospital.
• Partner with hospital leadership to support team development, operational goals, and the continued growth of the emergency and critical care service.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians and support seamless communication and continuity of care.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Collaboration

Emergency & Critical Care

Education

DVM or equivalent

Board Certification or Residency

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a Medical Director for its established emergency and critical care hospital. The role blends 80% clinical care with 20% administrative leadership, guiding a seasoned team and partnering with leadership to grow services.

Join a culture focused on advanced medicine, mentorship, and teamwork, delivering exceptional patient and clinician experiences while shaping the future of veterinary care.