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Medical Director Veterinarian

J892377 Memphis Tennessee Memphis USD170K / Year

Global Talent Partners is excited to present an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian to join a well-established companion animal hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, as Medical Director.

This position combines hands-on clinical medicine with genuine leadership responsibility. You'll have the opportunity to shape medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians and support the continued development of the hospital while benefiting from a flexible three- or four-day working week.

About the Practice

This established full-service small animal hospital has developed a strong reputation for compassionate, accessible veterinary medicine and long-term client relationships.

The hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical and preventative care, with excellent diagnostic capabilities and an experienced support team helping veterinarians manage cases efficiently.

Services, equipment and clinical capabilities include:
•Wellness and preventative medicine
•Comprehensive physical examinations
•Internal medicine
•In-house laboratory diagnostics
•Digital radiography
•Diagnostic ultrasound
•Blood pressure monitoring
•Tonometry
•Comprehensive dentistry
•Soft tissue surgery
•Orthopedic surgery capabilities
•Large, fully equipped surgical suite
•Anesthesia and patient monitoring
•Therapeutic laser
•Regenerative therapy options
•Chronic disease management
•Senior and geriatric pet care
•Pain management
•Preventative care plans
•On-site pharmacy
•Boarding services
•Grooming services

The hospital also has access to a visiting board-certified radiologist, providing additional support for advanced diagnostic imaging, including ultrasound and echocardiography.

Established relationships with nearby emergency and specialty hospitals provide straightforward referral pathways when patients require overnight monitoring or specialist intervention.

You'll work alongside experienced veterinary technicians and support professionals within a collaborative environment that prioritizes efficient workflows, high clinical standards and strong communication.

The Medical Director Opportunity

As Medical Director, you'll remain actively involved in clinical practice while helping guide medical standards and support the wider veterinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:
•Providing high-quality medical and surgical care
•Managing a varied companion animal caseload
•Performing general surgery and dentistry
•Supporting veterinarians with challenging cases
•Overseeing clinical standards and medical protocols
•Supporting efficient case flow from admission through discharge
•Mentoring and developing veterinary team members
•Encouraging collaborative case discussions
•Promoting consistent, evidence-based medicine
•Partnering with hospital management on clinical priorities
•Supporting staffing and quality improvement initiatives
•Maintaining appropriate medical record standards
•Ensuring pharmacy and controlled substance compliance
•Helping build a positive, accountable and supportive hospital culture

This is an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on how medicine is delivered while continuing to see your own patients and remain hands-on clinically.

You'll also have the flexibility to pursue individual interests in areas such as surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging or pain management.

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

The hospital places a genuine emphasis on creating sustainable veterinary careers and offers flexible scheduling options.
Depending on your preferences, you'll have the opportunity to work a three- or four-day week, giving you more time away from the hospital while maintaining a rewarding clinical and leadership position.

The experienced technical team, established referral relationships and organized clinical workflows provide further support for maintaining a healthy balance between professional and personal life.

Package & Benefits

•Compensation up to $170,000
•Production bonus opportunities
•No negative accrual
•Sign-on, retention and relocation incentives up to $75,000
•Flexible three- or four-day workweek
•Medical insurance
•Dental and vision insurance
•401(k) with discretionary employer contribution
•Generous paid time off
•Paid holidays
•Paid parental leave for birth, adoption and foster placement
•Continuing education stipend
•Paid CE days
•Veterinary licensing fees covered
•Professional membership dues covered
•Professional liability coverage
•Employee pet care discounts
•Employee assistance program
•Mental health and wellbeing resources
•Optional short-term disability insurance
•Optional long-term disability insurance
•Optional life insurance
•Leadership development opportunities
•Mentorship and professional development support
•Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Life in Memphis

Memphis offers a distinctive combination of major-city amenities, comparatively affordable living and a culture unlike anywhere else in the United States.

Internationally known for its musical heritage, the city is home to Beale Street, Sun Studio and Graceland, alongside live music venues, museums, professional sports and a restaurant scene famous for Memphis-style barbecue. The NBA's Memphis Grizzlies provide major-league sports downtown, while festivals and events keep the city's entertainment calendar busy throughout the year.

For outdoor recreation, Shelby Farms Park provides thousands of acres of green space with trails, lakes and opportunities for running, cycling, paddling and spending time outdoors. The Mississippi Riverfront also continues to provide parks, walking routes and recreational space close to downtown.

Memphis is also a major employment and healthcare centre with excellent regional and international transport connections. Combined with relatively accessible housing costs and the flexibility of a three- or four-day working week, the city provides an attractive setting for veterinarians looking to advance their careers without sacrificing life outside of work.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k