Job Description
Practice veterinary medicine the way YOU want, and feel good about the work you do!
We’re seeking a *Veterinary Medical Director* to lead our medical team, shape our clinical vision, and advance our mission of providing accessible, ethical, and exceptional veterinary care.
Our mid-size, non-profit practice is a unique blend of shelter medicine and private practice medicine, treating dogs in our adoption kennel as well as privately owned dogs and cats from the surrounding community. We boast a large, well-trained vet tech team to support our doctors throughout the day.
*Key Responsibilities*
*Clinical Leadership*
* Provide direct veterinary care to patients, including diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and preventive medicine.
* Establish and maintain medical protocols and quality assurance standards.
* Ensure compliance with all state and federal veterinary regulations.
* Promote a culture of continuous learning and compassionate care.
*Team Management & Mentorship*
* Supervise, mentor, and support veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and support staff.
* Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and continuing education for medical personnel.
* Lead case reviews and medical rounds.
*Strategic & Operational Leadership*
* Collaborate with the Director, Board, and Practice Manager on strategic planning, budgeting, and program development.
* Contribute to grant proposals, community partnerships, and outreach initiatives.
* Support data-driven decision-making and outcome measurement for clinic programs.
*Community & Mission Engagement*
* Represent the organization in the community, promoting accessible veterinary care for all.
* Advocate for animal welfare and public health initiatives aligned with our mission.
Our practice truly makes a difference in the lives of pets and pet owners every day. If you are looking for a fun and personal work culture, enjoy learning through interesting and challenging surgeries and medical cases, apply today!
*COMPENSATION: $150.00/Hour*
*SCHEDULE*
32 or 40 hour work week available/ 4 or 5 day week
Monday through Friday only
No weekend hours
No nights
No overnights
Flexible schedule
*INSURANCE*
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug insurance
*TIME AWAY FROM WORK*
Paid holidays
Paid vacation
Paid sick time
*FINANCIAL PLANNING*
401K after Year One
*PERKS*
No non-compete agreements
Discounts for personal pets (clinic services, lab work, pet medication, pet food)
Free boarding for personal pets
Free scrubs
*CONTINUING EDUCATION*
Continuing Education Support: $1,500 CE allowance for 2025 & Additional Time Off to attend
*LICENSE RENEWALS/MEMBERSHIPS*
Pennsylvania bi-annual license renewal fees.
DEA license renewal fees.
AVMA & state license dues
*RELOCATION*
Moving stipend considered for outstanding out-of-state applicants.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $150.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Vision insurance
License/Certification:
* DEA License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
* Philadelphia, PA 19154 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Philadelphia, PA 19154: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Private practice, Relocation, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,