Medical Director | Newington Veterinary Clinic | Newington, CT

CareVet offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary plus a substantial first-year bonus, at Newington Veterinary Clinic, a CareVet partner. This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving, well-established hospital in Newington, CT, where you’ll be supported by a collaborative team and have the flexibility to shape your compensation in a way that works best for you. Our Medical Directors spend 90+% of their time practicing medicine! 

Position Overview

The Medical Director is responsible for providing medical leadership for the hospital, managing associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Medical Director is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine and exceptional client service are delivered. 

In partnership with the Hospital Manager, the Medical Director is responsible for the financial performance and general operations of the hospital under the guidance of CareVet leadership. In addition, the Hospital Manager and Medical Director are responsible for cultivating a supportive and collaborative team environment. 

About Us

Our hospital is dedicated to delivering high-quality, progressive, and personalized medical care for every patient. We support our team with advanced tools and technology, including digital radiology, dental radiology, ultrasound, and a multifunction anesthesia monitor with ETCO, pulse oximetry, temperature, and heart rate monitoring. This commitment to innovation ensures our staff can provide the best diagnostic and treatment outcomes in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.

Life in Newington, CT

Life in Newington, CT offers a safe, family-friendly suburban environment with strong schools, well-maintained neighborhoods, and a tight-knit community feel. Residents enjoy easy access to parks, local events like the Waterfall Festival, and shopping along the Berlin Turnpike. Its central location and public transit options make commuting to nearby cities like Hartford convenient and efficient.

CareVet Offers You:  

Pay Range: $135,000-$170,000 annually, depending on position, location, and experience.

• Six figure starting salary plus production

• Lucrative cash Signing Bonus 

• No negative accrual 
• Schedule flexibility
• Paid time off
• Access to CareVet's vacation program
• Student loan assistance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time and allowance for professional development
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!

• Advancing Medical Care 

• Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education. 

• Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures. 

• Provides oversight and direction of medical standards, quality of care and inventory. 

• Establishes medical protocols. 

• Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor. 

• Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories. 

• Leading Staff and Practice 

• Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for Doctors, and when appropriate general staff members. 

• Monitors Doctor performance and production. 

• Develops and monitors hospital-specific client compliance protocols and procedures. 

• Participates in technician appraisal and medical counseling sessions. 

• Ensures all medical staff receive applicable training, including the mentoring of new graduates. 

• Supports the Hospital Manager with staff training programs and tracking CE and DVM licensure. 

• Financial Responsibilities 

• Drives revenue and hospital contribution growth, which includes managing all hospital expenses. 

• Assists in the preparation of an annual planning strategy, operating budget and capital budget. 

• Monitors key financial reports 

• Growing the Practice 

• Drives patient visits and encourages community involvement. 

• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply 

To learn more about this position, please contact Olivia Dimicelli at 636-856-3100 (call or text), or by email at odimicelli@carevethealth.com. Apply directly by clicking the link below. 

About the Network 

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.  

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