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Medical Director – Wilson, North Carolina
About the Role
An outstanding leadership opportunity is available for an experienced Medical Director to join a specialty and emergency hospital in Wilson, North Carolina.
The position offers competitive base compensation with production-based earning potential, flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefits package, alongside the opportunity to influence clinical standards, team development and the future growth of a multidisciplinary veterinary hospital.
The Medical Director will combine clinical leadership with continued involvement in veterinary medicine, working closely with experienced veterinarians and hospital leadership to support excellent patient care, professional development and a positive clinical culture.
About the Practice
This established referral hospital provides advanced specialty and emergency care for companion animals, supported by experienced veterinarians, technicians and clinical support professionals.
The hospital brings together multiple veterinary disciplines and provides access to advanced diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive procedures, comprehensive patient monitoring and intensive care resources.
Collaboration between departments is central to the clinical environment, allowing veterinarians to share expertise and coordinate care for complex cases.
The hospital also places a strong emphasis on mentorship, professional development and sustainable team growth, providing the Medical Director with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both clinical quality and workplace culture.
Responsibilities
Provide medical leadership across specialty and emergency veterinary services
Promote consistently high standards of clinical care and medical excellence
Support the development and implementation of clinical protocols
Mentor veterinarians and clinical support team members
Encourage accountability, collaboration and effective communication across the hospital
Support veterinarian recruitment, onboarding and retention
Identify professional development and mentorship opportunities
Help guide the continued development of hospital services
Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinary practices
Support community and professional partnerships
Participate in strategic clinical planning and service improvement
Remain actively involved in clinical practice according to experience and professional interests
Work collaboratively with hospital leadership on operational and clinical priorities
Candidate Profile
DVM, VMD or equivalent veterinary degree
Eligible to obtain veterinary licensure in North Carolina
Significant clinical experience within veterinary medicine
Previous leadership, mentoring or management experience preferred
Specialty, residency or advanced emergency experience welcomed but not essential
Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
Confidence providing constructive clinical leadership
Collaborative and team-focused management style
Passion for veterinarian mentorship and professional development
Commitment to maintaining high standards of patient and client care
Applications are welcomed from experienced emergency veterinarians, residency-trained clinicians, board-certified specialists and established veterinary leaders interested in progressing their medical leadership careers.
Compensation & Benefits
A comprehensive package is available with an emphasis on competitive earnings, leadership development and work-life balance, including:
Competitive base salary with production-based bonus potential (Salary from $195,000 to $215,000)
No-negative-accrual compensation structure where applicable
Flexible scheduling
Medical insurance options with prescription coverage
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
Continuing education allowance
Paid continuing education time
Professional membership and licensing support
Professional liability insurance
Life insurance options
Paid time off and recognised holidays
Health savings options
Short-term disability coverage
Professional clothing or uniform allowance
Leadership development and mentorship opportunities
Access to advanced diagnostic and clinical resources
Opportunity to influence clinical standards, team development and future service growth
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Worksite address
wilson, NC, 27893, US
Who can apply
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