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Medical Director

J925716 Pinehurst North Carolina USD180K / Year

Take the next step in your veterinary career as a Medical Director Veterinarian in Pinehurst, NC. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on medicine with meaningful clinical leadership, shaping medical standards, mentoring colleagues and helping a well-established small-animal hospital continue to deliver exceptional patient care.

The Hospital
This established, community-focused small-animal hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, alongside a variety of exotic and pocket pets. Veterinarians are supported by registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants and dedicated client-service professionals, creating a collaborative environment where doctors can focus on medicine.
•Comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine
•Internal medicine and ongoing management of medical conditions
•Dentistry and professional dental cleanings
•Routine and general soft-tissue surgery, including spay and neuter procedures
•Digital radiography
•Ultrasound capabilities
•In-house laboratory for efficient diagnostic testing
•Therapeutic laser
•On-site pharmacy
•Anesthesia and patient monitoring
•Hospitalization capabilities
•Urgent and same-day care
•Senior and geriatric medicine
•End-of-life and compassionate care
•Structured wellness plans supporting continuity of care
•Digital client-education resources
•Experienced clinical and support team
•Established reputation for compassionate care and thorough diagnostic workups
The hospital combines the resources needed to investigate and manage cases effectively with the approachable atmosphere of a community practice. For a Medical Director, this provides an excellent platform to influence clinical standards while remaining actively involved in day-to-day medicine.

The Role
As Medical Director, you will serve as the hospital's primary clinical leader while maintaining a hands-on caseload. You will have the opportunity to establish medical standards, mentor veterinarians and clinical staff, and help shape the continued development of the practice.
•Provide clinical leadership and maintain consistently high standards of veterinary care
•Mentor, coach and support veterinarians and members of the clinical team
•Provide case consultation and guidance on more challenging presentations
•Deliver high-quality preventative and general veterinary medicine
•Diagnose and manage internal medicine cases
•Perform and oversee dentistry and routine soft-tissue surgery
•Utilize digital radiography, ultrasound and in-house laboratory capabilities
•Promote effective anesthesia, pain-management and patient-monitoring protocols
•Champion continuing education and professional development across the team
•Identify opportunities for clinical quality improvement
•Work with hospital leadership to improve workflows and operational efficiency
•Support high standards of client communication and service
•Help develop medical protocols and hospital policies
•Encourage a collaborative, positive and accountable team culture
•Remain actively involved in clinical practice while influencing the hospital's longer-term medical direction

Benefits
•Compensation up to $180,000
•Medical, dental and vision insurance
•401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution
•Generous paid time off
•Paid holidays
•Continuing education allowance
•Dedicated CE days
•North Carolina veterinary license support
•DEA registration support
•Professional membership and dues support
•Professional liability insurance
•Short-term disability insurance
•Long-term disability insurance
•Life insurance
•Relocation assistance where applicable
•Employee pet care discounts
•Leadership development resources
•Mentorship and professional development support

Pinehurst, NC
Pinehurst offers an exceptional quality of life in North Carolina's Sandhills, combining a relaxed small-town atmosphere with outstanding recreation, healthcare and easy access to larger cities. Internationally recognized for its golf heritage, the area is home to some of the country's most celebrated courses, but its appeal extends well beyond golf.

Pinehurst and neighboring Southern Pines offer locally owned restaurants, cafes, boutiques and community events, while the surrounding Sandhills provide trails, parks, equestrian activities and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The area's mature pine forests and distinctive village communities create an attractive alternative to larger metropolitan living.

Raleigh, the Research Triangle and Fayetteville are all accessible for additional shopping, entertainment and travel connections. With a strong healthcare presence, an active tourism economy and welcoming communities throughout Moore County, Pinehurst provides an excellent setting for veterinarians seeking professional opportunity alongside a high quality of life.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Professional Development Assistance, Relocation assistance, Non-compete, Fear Free Practice, Production % bonus, 401k