Lead a respected AAHA-accredited small animal practice as Medical Director in Charlotte, NC, with compensation up to $190,000. This is a leadership opportunity for a clinician who thrives on elevating standards of care while guiding a cohesive, well-supported team.
The Hospital
This full-service, AAHA-accredited hospital delivers comprehensive primary care alongside advanced dentistry and soft-tissue surgery. The team-centered culture emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and medical excellence, supported by experienced veterinary technicians, assistants, client service professionals, and dedicated boarding/daycare staff. Clinicians benefit from on-site resources that streamline diagnostics and treatment planning, including:
- In-house laboratory capabilities
- Digital radiography
- Dental radiography
- Ultrasound
- In-house pharmacy
The practice offers wellness and preventive care, geriatric medicine, general surgery, and advanced dental procedures, with boarding, daycare, and grooming services that enhance continuity of care. Client-friendly options such as wellness plans, pet insurance partnerships, financing solutions, and on-demand interpretation services support accessibility. The hospital maintains regular weekday hours with limited weekend activity primarily for boarding operations, and is recognized locally for its positive client feedback and community involvement.
Location
Charlotte, NC, is a fast-growing Southeastern hub that blends career opportunity with an exceptional quality of life. From distinct neighborhoods and a thriving culinary scene to year-round outdoor activities and pro sports, the Queen City offers something for everyone.
- Major U.S. banking and corporate center with a dynamic regional economy
- Excellent air connectivity via Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Diverse neighborhoods: Uptown, South End, NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Dilworth, Myers Park
- Outdoor lifestyle: U.S. National Whitewater Center, greenways, and nearby lakes
- Cultural attractions: museums, performing arts, NASCAR Hall of Fame, and professional sports
- Light rail access via the LYNX Blue Line for easy commutes
- Proximity to UNC Charlotte and a robust higher-education pipeline
Benefits
- Competitive base compensation with bonus potential
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
- Reimbursement for licensure, professional dues, and DEA
- Professional liability coverage
- Relocation assistance available
- Employee pet care discounts
- Life and disability insurance
- Leadership stipend and dedicated administrative time
- Supportive staffing and resources for work-life balance
The Role
- Provide medical leadership, uphold AAHA-level standards, and champion patient safety
- Mentor and develop veterinarians and support teams; foster a positive, learning-focused culture
- Guide medical protocols, quality initiatives, and case review
- Partner with practice leadership on scheduling, workflow, inventory, and budgeting
- Maintain a clinical caseload in preventive care, internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry
- Enhance client communication and experience; support community partnerships
- Ensure regulatory compliance, including controlled substances and medical recordkeeping
- Full-time role with a balanced mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities; primarily weekday coverage with limited weekend needs
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice veterinary medicine in North Carolina (or ability to obtain prior to start)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility)
- Proven small-animal clinical experience; prior leadership or mentorship experience preferred
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
- Commitment to high-quality, inclusive, and accessible patient care
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