Veterinary Medical Director: Lead Clinicians & Quality

Global Talent Partners; Jacksonville (NC); On-site; USD 122,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Uniform allowance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director in Jacksonville, NC. This full-time, hospital-based leadership role leads medical quality and clinical standards across local hospitals while providing direct patient care part of each week.

You will coach associate veterinarians, recruit and mentor staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and champion preventive care. The role blends hands-on medicine with strategic oversight and enhances client experience.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school.
• Active North Carolina veterinary license (or eligible to obtain prior to start).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Proficiency in routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Demonstrated leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable with basic practice software and electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical quality and clinical standards across assigned local hospitals.
• Provide direct patient care part of each week while coaching and developing associate veterinarians.
• Partner with practice management to foster an inclusive, collaborative culture and deliver an excellent client experience.
• Validate clinical quality through medical record reviews, case audits, and patient safety initiatives.
• Champion preventive care and consistent standards across the team.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including controlled substance management and applicable safety protocols.
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor doctors; support student and externship experiences.
• Manage medical equipment needs and maintenance planning.
• Address escalated medical concerns and support timely, professional client resolutions.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Team building

Communication

Problem solving

Veterinary medicine

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director in Jacksonville, NC. This full-time, hospital-based leadership role leads medical quality and clinical standards across local hospitals while providing direct patient care part of each week.

You will coach associate veterinarians, recruit and mentor staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and champion preventive care. The role blends hands-on medicine with strategic oversight and enhances client experience.