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Veterinary Specialist Medical Director (Board Certified / Diplomate / Residency Trained)

An exceptional opportunity is available for a board-certified Veterinary Specialist seeking to take the next step in their leadership career.

This position offers the chance to guide a thriving multidisciplinary referral team in Miami, Florida, while helping shape the clinical direction, culture, and future growth of a respected specialty and emergency hospital.

Practice / Hospital / Referral Centre Information

This specialist referral hospital serves the greater Miami region, providing advanced emergency and specialty veterinary care across a broad range of disciplines. Equipped with cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic technology, the facility is designed to support the management of complex medical and surgical cases while maintaining the highest standards of patient and client care.

Departments

The hospital offers a comprehensive range of specialty services, including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Critical Care, Oncology, Cardiology, Dermatology, and Emergency Medicine, enabling a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to case management.

Staffing Levels

This animal hospital is supported by an experienced team of specialists, emergency clinicians, veterinary technicians, and client service professionals who work together to manage a substantial referral caseload while delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Culture

This practice fosters a culture built on trust, collaboration, empathy, and accountability. Team members are encouraged to contribute their expertise, support one another's professional growth, and help create a positive environment focused on clinical excellence and compassionate patient care.

Type of Individual Sought

The ideal candidate is an accomplished Veterinary Specialist with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for developing teams. They should possess excellent communication skills, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and be committed to mentoring colleagues while maintaining outstanding standards of veterinary medicine and client service.

Qualifications Required

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree (or equivalent), be eligible for veterinary licensure in the relevant state, and hold or be eligible for a DEA license. Applicants must be board certified in a recognised veterinary specialty and demonstrate a strong commitment to leadership, clinical excellence, and collaborative patient care.

Salary

We offer a progressive compensation model designed specifically for veterinary specialists, including competitive base salaries with additional production opportunities that significantly increase overall earnings. We also offer no negative accrual, supporting financial stability and allowing clinicians to focus fully on high-quality specialty care and case outcomes.

Sign-On Bonus:
• Generous sign-on bonus available (varies by specialty, experience, and location)

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan:
• Competitive retirement savings options available (details provided per location and employment package)

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance options (plan availability varies by location)
• Mental health and well-being support resources designed to address the unique challenges of veterinary care
• Additional voluntary benefits available depending on eligibility and location

Paid Leave & Time Off:
• A personal and professional package of paid time off
• Paid vacation time
• Parental leave
• PURR-rental leave (support for time off following the loss of a pet)
• Bereavement leave supporting grieving for both human and animal family members
• Separate paid time allocated for continuing education

Professional Development & Educational Support:
• Generous support for board study and paid study time for specialty certification and maintenance
• Educational support designed to strengthen clinical expertise and long-term professional growth
• Continuing education allowance and structured opportunities to pursue advanced learning

Flexible Work Scheduling:
• Flexible scheduling options designed to support work/life balance and sustainable specialist practice

Mental Health & Wellbeing Support:
• Dedicated mental health and well-being resources recognizing the emotional demands of veterinary specialty care
• Access to support services to promote resilience and long-term career sustainability

Clinical Collaboration & Career Growth:
• Opportunities to work within a collaborative network of veterinary professionals across multiple specialties
• Support for mentorship, case collaboration, and advanced clinical discussion

Additional Benefits:
• Impressive pet perks, including free exams and discounts on products and services at all clinics.
• Referral bonus programs (where applicable)
• Access to advanced clinical resources and educational tools to support ongoing development
• Opportunities to participate in clinical studies and specialty-level initiatives (where available)

How to Apply & Overseas Applicants

Interested board-certified or residency-trained veterinary specialists are encouraged to click the apply button and submit a copy of their CV. We respond promptly to discuss role alignment, specialty fit, and opportunities tailored to your clinical interests and career goals.

If you hold an international qualification or completed training outside the U.S., we can provide guidance on eligibility, credential evaluation, and potential registration pathways, as well as identify roles aligned with your specialty background globally.

How We Can Help

Global Talent Partners offers a complimentary career consultation service for veterinary specialists, including board-certified and residency-trained clinicians. With over 1,000 opportunities across five continents, we specialize in matching specialists to high-quality referral and specialty hospital roles while supporting visa processes, credential recognition, and long-term career planning.

Contact us today for a no-obligation conversation about advancing your specialist veterinary career.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k



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