Lead a thriving small-animal hospital as Medical Director in Las Vegas, earning up to $150,000. Step into a high-impact leadership role supported by advanced resources and a collaborative team.
The Hospital
This AAHA-accredited, full-service, small-animal hospital offers a supportive, team-first environment where medicine and client service are held to high standards. The facility is purpose-built and spacious, with a thoughtful layout that supports efficient, quality care. Veterinarians are backed by credentialed technicians, experienced assistants, client service professionals, and dedicated boarding and grooming teams. The hospital provides seven-day urgent care coverage, strong local client reviews, and meaningful community involvement through partnerships and adoption events. Onsite capabilities include:
- Digital radiology, diagnostic ultrasound, and dental imaging
- In-house laboratory and pharmacy
- A dedicated surgical suite with anesthesia support
- Isolation and hospitalization wards for comprehensive inpatient care
Location
Las Vegas, NV, blends career opportunity with an exceptional lifestyle. As a global entertainment and events hub with easy air access and no state personal income tax, it offers an energizing place to live and work.
- Year-round conventions and major events drive a vibrant local economy and steady demand for services
- Harry Reid International Airport provides extensive domestic and international connections
- UNLV anchors a pipeline of talent and collaboration across business, tech, and healthcare
- A diversifying economy expands opportunities beyond hospitality into sectors like healthcare and technology
- World-class entertainment, dining, museums, and a growing arts district enrich everyday life
- Professional sports and marquee venues add citywide excitement and community pride
- Outdoor escapes such as Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead, and the Valley of Fire are within easy reach
- Nevada has no state personal income tax
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Continuing education allowance with paid CE days
- Reimbursement for state license and DEA fees
- Professional liability coverage
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- Employee assistance program and wellness resources
- Uniform and equipment allowances
- Significant employee pet care discounts
- Relocation support available for eligible candidates
The Role
- Provide clinical leadership and uphold AAHA-level standards of care across preventive medicine, internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, and urgent cases
- Guide medical protocols, quality assurance initiatives, and patient safety practices
- Mentor veterinarians and support staff; foster a positive, learning-oriented culture
- Collaborate with the practice manager on workflow, scheduling, and medical inventory
- Ensure excellent client communication, case continuity, and medical record accuracy
- Oversee regulatory compliance, including controlled substances and OSHA requirements
- Support community outreach and hospital wellness/adoption initiatives
Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution
- Active Nevada veterinary license (or ability to obtain promptly)
- DEA registration (or eligibility to secure)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- Proven clinical proficiency; prior leadership or lead-doctor experience preferred
- Strong communication, collaboration, and client service skills
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