Veterinary Medical Director: Lead Medicine & Team Growth

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation aid

Performance bonus

Paid time off

Parental leave

CE allowance

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

AVMA PLIT coverage

Leadership training

Autonomy support

Job summary

Plymouth Heights Pet Hospital in New Hope, Minnesota, is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead our doctors and guide the clinical vision of a respected AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified practice.

This role blends hands-on medicine with leadership, mentoring, and culture-building to ensure exceptional patient care and a positive hospital atmosphere.

If you are passionate about people development and medical excellence, join our team and help shape the future of the hospital.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Several years of small animal practice experience.
• Strong surgical and dentistry skills.
• Leadership, mentoring, or coaching experience preferred.
• Passion for developing people and building teams.
• Commitment to Fear Free, low-stress patient care.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative leadership style focused on supporting and inspiring others.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on clinical care, including surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and preventive medicine.
• Establish and maintain medical protocols and standards that support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with AAHA accreditation standards.
• Mentor and develop associate veterinarians through coaching, case collaboration, and continuing education.
• Support recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and retention of veterinary talent.
• Champion Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques throughout the hospital.
• Collaborate with the Hospital Manager to optimize workflow, scheduling, and team utilization.
• Help maximize the value of our advanced equipment, including digital radiography, dental radiology, therapeutic laser, and ultrasound.
• Serve as a trusted resource for clients, referring veterinarians, specialists, and leadership partners.
• Lead by example in promoting a culture of respect, accountability, learning, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Surgical skills

Dentistry skills

Fear Free

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Plymouth Heights Pet Hospital in New Hope, Minnesota, is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead our doctors and guide the clinical vision of a respected AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified practice.

This role blends hands-on medicine with leadership, mentoring, and culture-building to ensure exceptional patient care and a positive hospital atmosphere.

If you are passionate about people development and medical excellence, join our team and help shape the future of the hospital.