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Veterinary Medical Director

J889254 Perrysburg Ohio USD129K - USD196K / Year

Lead a high-performing small-animal team in Perrysburg, OH, as Area Chief of Staff with earnings up to $196,000. This hospital-based, working-leader role blends hands-on clinical care with meaningful influence over medical quality and team development.

The Hospital
Set inside a busy retail-center environment, this small-animal hospital benefits from steady client flow and a strong preventive-care focus. The team includes credentialed veterinary technicians, shift leads, veterinary assistants, and experienced practice management to support efficient, compassionate care. Facilities include on-site diagnostics and lab support, in-clinic surgical and dental suites with anesthesia monitoring, and access to an online pharmacy. The culture emphasizes collaborative medicine, clear clinical standards, and continuous growth through structured onboarding and ongoing development. Locally reviewed with generally positive feedback, the team is committed to consistently improving the client experience.

Location
Perrysburg offers an exceptional quality of life along the Maumee River, pairing small-city convenience with easy access to regional amenities. Residents enjoy riverfront parks and trails, a lively dining and retail scene, and a strong local school system in a welcoming community.
- Riverfront recreation with parks, boat and kayak launches, fishing, and walking paths along the Maumee River
- Highly regarded public schools and family-friendly neighborhoods
- Upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment at Levis Commons
- 200+ acres of city parks, seasonal recreation programs, and public art installations
- Historic attractions including Fort Meigs and a year-round farmers market
- Quick access to Toledo, major highways (I-75, I-475, Ohio Turnpike), and Toledo Express Airport

Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with protected leadership time alongside clinical shifts
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company support
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE days
- Reimbursement for state licensure and professional dues
- Professional liability coverage
- Wellbeing and mental-health resources
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- Employee pet care discounts
- Structured onboarding, mentorship, and leadership development

The Role
- Full-time, hospital-based Area Chief of Staff serving as the lead doctor and working manager
- Provide clinical care in general practice, dentistry, and routine surgery while modeling high standards of medicine and client communication
- Lead, coach, and develop associate veterinarians; support credentialed technicians and assistants in a collaborative, inclusive environment
- Set and uphold clinical quality through medical record reviews, case discussions, audits, and patient-safety initiatives
- Champion preventive care and consistent care pathways to ensure safe, effective, timely, efficient, equitable, and client-centered medicine
- Partner with practice management to drive hospital performance, client experience, and operational KPIs
- Oversee onboarding and skills development for new doctors; provide hands-on coaching in clinical, surgical, and dental competencies
- Participate in recruiting and serve as a positive presence within the local veterinary community and student programs
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, including controlled substance stewardship and pharmacy standards
- Support equipment oversight and medical inventory planning in partnership with leadership

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- Current license (or eligibility) to practice veterinary medicine in Ohio
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility) and strong knowledge of controlled substance protocols
- Proven competence in routine soft-tissue surgery and dentistry, with a commitment to high-quality, preventive-focused care
- Demonstrated leadership skills, including coaching, feedback, and performance development
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities; comfort with medical record review and quality metrics

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance