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Veterinary Medical Director

J889291 Hilton Head Island South Carolina USD118K - USD181K / Year

Step into a coastal leadership role as Area Chief of Staff in Hilton Head, SC, with compensation up to $181,000. Lead a high-standards, AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital while balancing hands-on medicine with meaningful team leadership.

The Hospital
This AAHA-accredited, small-animal general practice combines a supportive, team-based culture with an organized clinic workflow. The hospital provides wellness and preventative care, dentistry, diagnostics, and routine soft-tissue surgery, with weekday daytime hours and limited weekend availability. Clinicians benefit from modern exam rooms, established technician support, and on-site imaging that includes x-ray and dental x-ray. The environment emphasizes quality medicine, clear communication, and consistent client service, with resources for continued professional growth and mentorship.

Location
Hilton Head, SC offers a true Lowcountry coastal lifestyle with year-round recreation, vibrant dining, and easy travel connections. Live where post-shift beach walks, bike rides, and sunset waterfront dinners are part of everyday life.
- Approximately 12–13 miles of public Atlantic shoreline with multiple beach parks and easy access
- 60+ miles of bike and pedestrian paths, plus kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and flat coastal trails
- Golf destination with many championship courses and the PGA Tour’s RBC Heritage each spring
- Active waterfront scene at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina with dining, festivals, live music, and boat tours
- Nearby Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge for birding, wildlife viewing, and nature trails
- Local higher-education presence via the University of South Carolina Beaufort campus on the island
- Broad healthcare services in the region for peace of mind when relocating
- Convenient air travel via Hilton Head’s local airport and Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport
- Strong hospitality- and tourism-driven economy supporting a lively, service-oriented community

Benefits
- Competitive compensation with production incentive opportunity
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
- Professional liability coverage
- Reimbursement for state licensure and DEA (as applicable)
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Uniform/scrub allowance
- Employee assistance program
- Relocation assistance for eligible candidates
- Pet care discounts

The Role
- Full-time Area Chief of Staff position blending leadership and clinical practice
- Lead approximately 20–30% of the time; practice clinically approximately 70–80% of the time
- Guide medical quality and client service standards; model best practices across the team
- Coach, mentor, and develop veterinarians and support staff; foster a positive, collaborative culture
- Partner with hospital leadership on scheduling, workflow, training, and continuous improvement
- Perform comprehensive exams, diagnostics, dentistry, routine surgeries, and preventive care
- Develop clear treatment plans and communicate effectively with clients and the team
- Ensure accurate, thorough medical records and uphold safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance
- Contribute to hospital planning and performance goals while maintaining high standards of care

Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- Current license to practice (or ability to obtain) in South Carolina
- Eligibility for DEA licensure
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Proven clinical proficiency in general practice; surgical and dental experience preferred
- Prior leadership experience strongly preferred, with ability to mentor and develop teams
- Strong communication, clinical judgment, and commitment to high-quality, AAHA-level care
- Availability to support limited weekend hours as part of a shared schedule

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If this leadership opportunity aligns with your goals, click apply and a member of the team will be in touch shortly.

Benefits

Competitive Salary, Medical insurance, Relocation assistance