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Medical Director Veterinarian

J926527 Henderson Nevada USD140K / Year

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinarian to step into a Medical Director position in Henderson, NV, combining hands-on clinical medicine with the opportunity to shape medical standards, mentor colleagues and support the continued development of an established companion-animal hospital.

With compensation up to $140,000, a predictable daytime schedule and strong clinical support, this position is well suited to a veterinarian looking to progress into leadership while continuing to practice medicine, surgery and dentistry.

The Hospital

This full-service small-animal hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care within a collaborative and well-structured clinical environment. Veterinarians work alongside credentialed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants and client-service professionals, providing strong support across appointments, diagnostics and procedures.

The hospital also maintains established referral relationships for patients requiring advanced or specialist care, allowing doctors to provide appropriate continuity while managing a broad general-practice caseload.

Clinical services, equipment and capabilities include:
•Comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine
•Sick-patient appointments
•Internal medicine and diagnostic workups
•Senior pet medicine
•Chronic disease management
•In-house laboratory diagnostics
•Diagnostic radiography
•Diagnostic ultrasound
•EKG capabilities
•Comprehensive dentistry and oral healthcare
•Dental radiography
•Dedicated dental facilities
•General soft-tissue surgery
•Dedicated surgical suite
•Anesthesia and patient monitoring
•Oxygen therapy
•Blood transfusion capabilities
•Intensive-care support
•Isolation capabilities
•In-house pharmacy
•Client education and preventative-care planning
•Credentialed veterinary technician support
•Veterinary assistant support
•Collaborative case management
•Established referral options
•Continuing education support
•Professional development

The hospital's combination of in-house diagnostics, ultrasound, radiography, dental imaging and surgical capabilities provides veterinarians with the resources needed to investigate and manage a broad range of cases efficiently.

The Leadership Opportunity

As Medical Director, you'll remain clinically active while helping guide medical quality, team development and the continued improvement of hospital operations.
•Establish and maintain high clinical standards
•Champion consistent, high-quality patient care
•Mentor and support veterinarians
•Coach and develop technicians and support team members
•Lead clinical case reviews and knowledge sharing
•Encourage continuing education and professional development
•Maintain an active appointment caseload
•Perform general surgery and dentistry
•Provide support with complex case management
•Partner with practice leadership on scheduling and workflows
•Contribute to clinical resource and equipment planning
•Provide input on medical inventory and formulary decisions
•Support recruitment and onboarding of clinical team members
•Maintain appropriate state, DEA and OSHA compliance
•Promote excellent client communication
•Support community relationships and outreach
•Foster a collaborative and accountable hospital culture
•Identify opportunities for continued improvement in patient care

Benefits

•Compensation up to $140,000
•Predictable daytime schedule
•Medical, dental and vision insurance
•401(k) retirement plan with company match
•Paid time off
•Paid holidays
•Continuing education allowance
•Paid CE days
•Nevada veterinary license reimbursement
•DEA registration reimbursement
•Professional association dues covered
•Professional liability coverage
•Life insurance
•Short-term disability insurance
•Long-term disability insurance
•Employee pet care discounts
•Relocation assistance available
•Wellbeing resources
•Leadership and professional development support
•Continuing education opportunities

Henderson, NV

Henderson offers an attractive Southern Nevada lifestyle, combining established residential communities with convenient access to Las Vegas and Harry Reid International Airport. The city provides extensive shopping, dining and entertainment while offering a more suburban environment away from the busiest areas of the Las Vegas Strip.

For those who enjoy spending time outdoors, the surrounding area provides access to Lake Mead, Sloan Canyon, the River Mountains Loop Trail and numerous parks and trail systems. Southern Nevada's sunny climate and mild winters also make hiking, cycling, golf and other outdoor activities accessible throughout much of the year.

Henderson's range of established and newer communities, local amenities and proximity to Las Vegas make it an appealing base for veterinarians seeking career progression, outdoor recreation and convenient access to a major metropolitan area.

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Benefits

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