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Veterinarian Medical Director

J489325 Norwalk Connecticut USD225K - USD250K / Year

Exceptional Medical Director role based in Norwalk, CT with bonus potential


Location: Norwalk, Connecticut

Are you an experienced Medical Director looking to lead a busy emergency and specialty veterinary hospital.
This is a 100% leadership, strategic, and management role with no clinical responsibilities.


Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in veterinary medicine.
• Proven Medical Director experience ideally in an emergency setting (exceptional GP medical directors with ER background may be considered).
• Strong background in ER or specialty medicine the teams need to see credible leadership.
• Ability to manage budgeting, growth, profitability, training, appraisals, and all aspects of hospital leadership.
• A leader with presence, respect, and the ability to inspire and guide a team.


Role Details:

• Compensation: $225,000 $250,000 + 10% bonus potential.
• On-site presence required most of the time (limited remote flexibility, up to one day per week).
• As hospital leader, you may face occasional unsociable hours, though daytime shifts are the standard. Strong planning skills are essential to maintain balance.


Benefits:

• Generous Signing Bonus
• Competitive Compensation
• Shareholder Opportunity
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• A collaborative and supportive environment where your leadership drives meaningful impact


Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the hospital management team to direct Emergency and Specialty Services.
• Oversee doctor recruitment, onboarding, development, scheduling, and performance management.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality patient care in a safe, efficient, and compassionate environment.
• Manage financial performance including budgets, capital planning, and operational strategy.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and referral partner engagement.
• Act as the primary leader and problem solver for escalated patient care and client issues.


About You:

• A proven leader with success in times of change, transformation, and growth.
• Comfortable managing conflict with maturity and professionalism.
• Board-certified specialists, experienced ER veterinarians, or those with demonstrated veterinary leadership experience are especially encouraged to apply.


Why Norwalk?

Norwalk is a vibrant coastal city offering the best of both worlds beautiful beaches, parks, and marinas, along with a diverse business community, cultural attractions, and excellent schools. With annual festivals, museums, and just 45 minutes from New York City, it's an ideal place to live and work.

Benefits

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