Veterinary Medical Director

Ann Arbor Animal Hospital

3.1 out of 5 stars

2150 West Liberty Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

$175,000 - $215,000 a year - Full-time

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Licenses

Do you have a valid Veterinary License license?

Skills

Do you have experience in Veterinary dental radiography?

Education

Do you have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine?

Job details

Pay

$175,000 - $215,000 a year

Job type

Full-time

Shift and schedule

Weekends as needed
Evenings as needed

Benefits

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License reimbursement
Referral program
Continuing education credits
Uniform allowance
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off

Full job description

Veterinary Medical Director

FLSA Status: Exempt

About the Role

The Veterinary Medical Director is a critical leadership position, driving the standard of medical excellence, fostering a collaborative culture among the DVM team, and serving as the primary bridge between the clinical staff and management. You will be responsible for clinical quality, procedure implementation, mentoring DVMs, and resolving complex client medical concerns.

What You'll Bring: Core Values & Behaviors

We are looking for a leader who embodies our commitment to exceptional care and team success:

Clinical Excellence: Passion for delivering the absolute highest level of patient care.
Impact-Driven Efficiency: Striving for productivity and efficiency without ever compromising the quality of care.
Team Leadership: A natural enjoyment of helping others, providing constructive, nonjudgmental feedback, and actively listening.
Resilience & Empathy: Maintaining professionalism during challenging circumstances and being patient and empathetic with both self and others.
Growth Mindset: A commitment to lifelong learning, continuous skill-honing, and receptive to feedback.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Clinical Leadership & Quality

Dispute Resolution: Guide DVMs in resolving complex client medical complaints by detangling issues, diffusing tension, and implementing logical resolutions in collaboration with management.
Performance Management: Partner with management to formulate, deliver, and coach DVMs through performance evaluations and constructive feedback.
Medical SOPs: Work closely with the DVM group and management to create, roll out, and ensure consistent adherence to Standard Operating Procedures for medical workflow.
Bridge to Management: Act as the liaison for the DVM team, facilitating consensus on input (e.g., equipment needs, policy changes) and ensuring efficient communication with management.

2. Veterinary Medical Practice

Perform comprehensive procedures including routine surgeries, routine wellness care, and acute/chronic disease management.
Provide emergency stabilization for critical patients when the Critical Care DVM is unavailable.
Communicate warmly and clearly with clients, explaining options with sensitivity to emotional and financial constraints.
Ensure prompt, accurate, and comprehensive updating of all medical records.
Commit to frequent Continuing Education to maintain a practice aligned with current best standards.

3. Mentorship & Team Development

Act as a mentor and coach for both support staff and fellow DVMs.
Facilitate skill development by teaching in the moment, sharing accumulated knowledge, and providing performance feedback.
Role model appropriate clinical and professional behaviors for the entire hospital team.

Logistics & Requirements

Qualifications: Licensed to practice as a DVM in Michigan (Required). DEA license (Required). Prior management experience (Preferred).
Schedule: Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends. Expectation is at least 50% of the weekend day shifts per month.
Must average 35 hours per week.
Physical Demands: Frequent exposure to animals that may bite/scratch and exposure to chemical, anesthetic, and radiation hazards. Must be able to move around the building and remain stationary for prolonged periods when examining patients.

Benefits