Veterinary Medical Director:Lead, Mentor & Practice Medicine

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

Benefits offered by this job

CE Allowance + Encore Performance

Health, Dental, Vision

401(k) with up to 5% match

Student loan assistance

Dues coverage; VIN membership

Parental leave, PTO and holiday pay

Pet benefits

Free virtual mental health support

Job summary

Route 516 Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a hospital while maintaining an active role in medicine. The role offers an opportunity to guide a talented team, influence the future of a growing practice, and support staff across clinicians and technicians.

The compensation ranges from $140,000 to $160,000, with additional earning potential through a flexible pay model that blends salary and production.

Qualifications

• US-licensed DVM or equivalent.
• Leadership experience in veterinary practice.
• Passionate about developing people and team growth.
• Confident in diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead a hospital and shape a capable team while maintaining an active role in patient care.
• Guide medical standards, mentorship, and hospital growth.
• Collaborate with Encore Vet Group to align with organizational goals and culture.
• Foster an environment where teams thrive and clinicians stay engaged in medicine.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentorship

Diagnostics

Treatment planning

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

Tools

VIN membership

Job description

Route 516 Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead a hospital while maintaining an active role in medicine. The role offers an opportunity to guide a talented team, influence the future of a growing practice, and support staff across clinicians and technicians.

The compensation ranges from $140,000 to $160,000, with additional earning potential through a flexible pay model that blends salary and production.