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Medical Director, Veterinarian- Animal Healthcare Center
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Leads a small animal hospital as Medical Director, overseeing clinical standards, mentoring associates, and supporting practice growth while continuing to practice high-quality veterinary medicine.
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Medical Director, Veterinarian (DVM)
Animal HealthCare Center | Lake Worth, FL
Animal HealthCare Center is seeking a Medical Director (DVM) to lead our AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in beautiful Palm Beach County, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, team mentorship, and hospital leadership while continuing to practice high-quality medicine.
Our state-of-the-art facility is supported by a skilled, collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience.
About the Role
As Medical Director, you will serve as the clinical leader of the hospital, helping to maintain medical standards, mentor associates, and partner with hospital leadership to support continued growth and success. This role offers the perfect balance of hands-on medicine and leadership responsibilities in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
We welcome experienced veterinarians ready to step into leadership as well as seasoned Medical Directors seeking a well-resourced practice with strong support systems.
Core Competencies
- Veterinary Leadership & Team Development
- Small Animal Medicine
- Preventive Care & Wellness
- Surgery & Dentistry
- Diagnostic Interpretation & Case Management
- Quality of Care Oversight
- Associate Mentorship & Coaching
- Client Communication & Relationship Building
- Collaborative Team Leadership
- Practice Growth & Medical Standards
What We Offer
- 4-day work week
- 5 consecutive days off every 3 weeks
- No after-hours emergency
- Competitive base salary (DOE)
- Quarterly production with no negative accrual
- Medical Director leadership incentives
- Signing and retention bonuses
- Relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Paid parental leave
- Annual CE allowance plus CE days
- Leadership development and professional training
- Paid professional dues and PLIT coverage
- 401(k) options
- Personal pet discounts
- And more!
About Palm Beach County
Located in the heart of South Florida, Palm Beach County offers an exceptional quality of life with beautiful beaches, year-round outdoor recreation, and vibrant dining and entertainment. Nearby Wellington, known as the “Winter Equestrian Capital of the World,” features top-rated schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and easy access to Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Orlando, and Florida's Gulf Coast.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a thriving veterinary hospital, mentor fellow veterinarians, and make a lasting impact while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Animal HealthCare Center and help shape the future of veterinary medicine in Palm Beach County.
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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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