Veterinary Medical Director: Lead Clinicians & Growth

AzVMA; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Student loan assistance

VIN membership

Parental leave

PTO & holidays

Pet benefits

Mental health support

Job summary

Route 516 Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a busy practice in Old Bridge, NJ. You will guide a talented team while maintaining an active role in medicine, setting clinical standards, and driving hospital growth.

The role combines leadership with hands-on veterinary care, mentorship, and collaboration with Encore Vet Group. A US-licensed DVM is required, with a passion for developing people and delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• US-licensed DVM or equivalent and eligible for veterinary licensure in the US.
• Demonstrated leadership or medical-director experience preferred.
• Strong commitment to developing people and building a high-performing team.
• Confident in diagnostics, treatment planning, surgeries, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead Route 516 Animal Hospital and guide a talented team.
• Maintain an active role in patient care while setting medical standards.
• Mentor staff, promote clinical excellence, and support hospital growth.
• Collaborate with Encore Vet Group and align compensation with impact.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Diagnostics

Treatment planning

Surgery

Client communication

Collaboration

Education

US-licensed DVM or equivalent

Job description

Route 516 Animal Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a busy practice in Old Bridge, NJ. You will guide a talented team while maintaining an active role in medicine, setting clinical standards, and driving hospital growth.

The role combines leadership with hands-on veterinary care, mentorship, and collaboration with Encore Vet Group. A US-licensed DVM is required, with a passion for developing people and delivering high-quality patient care.