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Veterinarian Medical Director

J812572 Newport Vermont USD145K - USD165K / Year

Veterinarian Medical Director | Salary from $145,000 + Production Bonus | Up to $75,000 Sign-On Bonus | Leadership Opportunity

Global Talent Partners is delighted to be working with a well-established, modern small animal hospital in the beautiful Northeast of Vermont as they seek an experienced Medical Director to lead their veterinary team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys combining clinical excellence with leadership. You'll spend the majority of your time practicing high-quality medicine while also mentoring fellow veterinarians, shaping clinical standards, and helping develop a positive, collaborative hospital culture.

The practice has built an excellent reputation within the local community for delivering compassionate, relationship-focused care and provides its team with the facilities, equipment, and support needed to practice medicine to a high standard.
The Practice

This busy, high-performing small animal general practice offers an excellent mix of preventative healthcare, medicine and surgery, giving veterinarians the opportunity to enjoy varied and rewarding caseloads.

You'll be supported by an experienced team of veterinary professionals with a strong technician-to-doctor support structure, allowing veterinarians to focus on delivering outstanding patient care.

Facilities include:
•Digital radiography
•Digital dental radiography
•In-house diagnostic laboratory
•Ultrasound
•Fully equipped surgical suite
•Modern monitoring and anaesthetic equipment
•Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities

The caseload includes:
•Preventative healthcare
•Wellness consultations
•Internal medicine
•Soft tissue surgery
•Dentistry
•Diagnostic investigations
•Urgent care appointments
•Chronic disease management

The hospital places significant emphasis on collaboration, mentorship and continuous professional development, making it an excellent environment for both experienced clinicians and those who enjoy coaching others.

The Role
As Medical Director you will:
•Lead the clinical direction of the hospital
•Maintain exceptionally high medical standards
•Mentor and develop associate veterinarians
•Support technicians and nursing staff through clinical guidance
•Work closely alongside the Practice Manager to optimise workflow and patient care
•Lead clinical meetings and protocol development
•Continue seeing your own rewarding clinical caseload
•Help recruit and develop future veterinary talent

This is an ideal position for a veterinarian looking to make a genuine impact while remaining hands-on clinically.

The Package
•Base salary from $145,000
•Attractive production bonus
•Up to $75,000 sign-on bonus
•Long-term incentive bonus programme
•No negative accrual
•Generous continuing education allowance
•Paid professional memberships and licences
•Flexible scheduling
•Relocation assistance available
•401(k) with employer contribution
•Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance

About You
Applicants should have:
•DVM (or equivalent) qualification
•Veterinary licence (or ability to obtain one)
•3-5+ years of clinical experience
•Previous leadership or mentoring experience is advantageous
•Strong communication and team-building skills
•Passion for delivering exceptional patient care

Location
This opportunity is based in one of Vermont's most picturesque regions, offering an exceptional lifestyle for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Surrounded by forests, mountains, lakes and year-round recreational opportunities, the area provides excellent hiking, skiing, cycling, kayaking and wildlife experiences. The welcoming community, low traffic, affordable living and relaxed pace of life make it an ideal location for achieving an excellent work-life balance while still enjoying easy access to larger New England towns and cities.
If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can genuinely influence clinical standards while enjoying an outstanding quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

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