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Global Talent Partners

Medical Director Veterinarian

city of utica, NY

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Global Talent Partners lists this Medical Director Veterinarian opportunity in city of utica, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Medical Director Veterinarian

J Utica New York USD190K/ Year

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced veterinarian to step into a Medical Director position in Utica, NY. Lead an established small-animal hospital where you can influence clinical standards, mentor an experienced team and help shape the continued development of a trusted community practice.

This is a hands-on leadership position, allowing you to remain actively involved in patient care while having a meaningful voice in clinical protocols, team development, hospital operations and future service growth.

The Hospital

This established, community-focused small-animal hospital combines comprehensive general practice medicine with the welcoming atmosphere and long-term client relationships of a local practice.

Veterinarians work alongside veterinary technicians, assistants, client-service professionals and dedicated kennel and grooming staff. The hospital places a strong emphasis on teamwork, clear communication and creating a calm, low-stress experience for both patients and clients.

Clinical services, facilities and capabilities include:

Comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine

Internal medicine and ongoing case management

Routine and general soft-tissue surgery

Comprehensive dentistry

Dedicated dental suite

Dedicated anesthesia and surgical suite

Digital diagnostic radiography

In-house laboratory testing

Microchipping

In-house diagnostic capabilities

Anesthesia and pain management

Cat-friendly handling and patient-care practices

In-house grooming services

Boarding facilities

Experienced veterinary technicians and assistants

Dedicated client-service professionals

Collaborative case management

Long-standing client relationships

Professional and leadership development resources

The Role

As Medical Director, you will provide clinical leadership while continuing to manage your own small-animal caseload. You will work closely with the veterinary team and practice management to maintain high medical standards, develop colleagues and support the continued evolution of the hospital.

Provide medical leadership across the veterinary team

Establish, maintain and develop clinical standards and protocols

Remain actively involved in appointments, diagnostics and procedures

Deliver comprehensive preventative and general veterinary medicine

Diagnose and manage internal medicine cases

Perform and oversee routine soft-tissue surgical procedures

Provide and oversee comprehensive dental care

Mentor and develop veterinarians

Support the continued development of technicians and clinical staff

Provide guidance and case consultation on challenging presentations

Promote effective anesthesia and pain-management protocols

Champion calm, low-stress and feline-friendly patient handling

Lead clinical quality-assurance initiatives

Review cases and identify opportunities for continued improvement

Partner with practice management on workflow and scheduling

Provide clinical input into inventory, equipment and resource requirements

Ensure appropriate medical recordkeeping

Support controlled-substance and regulatory compliance

Help identify opportunities for new services and clinical development

Promote excellent client communication and service

Support recruitment, onboarding and team development

Contribute to strategic planning and community engagement

Foster a positive, collaborative and accountable hospital culture

The position offers an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who wants greater influence over clinical standards and team development while remaining closely involved in day-to-day medicine.

Benefits

Compensation up to $190,000

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Continuing education allowance

Dedicated paid CE days

New York veterinary license fees covered

Professional membership fees covered

DEA registration support

Professional liability coverage

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

Relocation assistance

Employee pet care discounts

Employee assistance and wellness resources

Leadership training and professional development

Administrative and operational support

Opportunity to shape clinical standards and future hospital development

Utica, NY

Utica offers an appealing combination of accessible living, culture and outdoor recreation in New York's Mohawk Valley. Housing and everyday living costs can be more manageable than in many larger New York markets, while the city provides restaurants, entertainment, healthcare and educational amenities.

With I-90 and Amtrak service from Union Station, Utica is well connected across Upstate New York. The city also has a distinctive cultural identity, with the Stanley Theatre, Munson, professional hockey, the annual Boilermaker road race and a food scene known for local favorites such as Utica greens and chicken riggies.

Outdoor recreation is also within easy reach, with the Erie Canal corridor, Oneida Lake and the southern Adirondacks offering hiking, cycling, boating, fishing and winter sports. For veterinarians seeking career progression, affordability and access to the outdoors, Utica provides an attractive place to establish long-term roots.

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