Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian Job, ...

Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Emergency-focused Small Animal Medical Director to lead clinical standards within a high-volume, round-the-clock emergency setting. This role is suited to a confident emergency clinician who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys balancing hands-on case management with guiding medical direction and team performance. The position combines active emergency caseload involvement with leadership responsibility, allowing the Medical Director to mentor veterinarians, shape emergency protocols, and promote consistency across all shifts. This opportunity offers scope to influence hospital culture, support clinical excellence, and maintain a sustainable working rhythm within an established emergency service. Qualifications Needed: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) with an active state veterinary license Significant experience in emergency or critical care small animal practice Strong clinical judgement in high-pressure and urgent care scenarios Clear and confident communicator with leadership capability Commitment to maintaining high medical, ethical, and patient care standards Package: Senior emergency leadership role combining clinical practice with medical oversight Structured rota designed to support work-life balance within emergency medicine Opportunity to influence emergency protocols and clinical workflows Leadership-focused professional development support Continuing education support aligned with emergency and critical care medicine Collaborative environment with experienced emergency and support teams Autonomy appropriate to senior emergency leadership responsibilities Stability within a long-established emergency service Supportive structure designed to promote sustainable long-term leadership

Created: 2026-03-10