Medical Director / Veterinarian (DVM) | ArkVets North Phoenix
About The Position
ArkVets is seeking a Medical Director and practicing Veterinarian (DVM) for its largest, newest, and most fully equipped hospital located in North Phoenix. This role involves both clinical practice, seeing approximately 18 appointments per day with 1-2 surgery days per week, and leadership responsibilities. As the clinical leader, you will set the standard of medicine, mentor junior doctors and technicians, contribute to hospital-wide protocols, and partner with ownership on practice growth. The hospital is purpose-built, 8,600 sq ft, and equipped with advanced technology including endoscopy, digital radiography, and ultrasound. The position offers a collaborative peer group of medical directors from other ArkVets locations, ensuring you are not solely responsible for medical leadership. The practice emphasizes a low-stress, fear-free-inspired approach to care, while also managing urgent care cases. There is no mandatory on-call duty; shift coverage is voluntary.
Requirements
- Arizona veterinary license in good standing prior to start date.
- 3+ years of practice experience preferred.
- Genuine communication skills and a good attitude.
- Availability between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., with some weekends and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership, mentorship, or medical-director experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a practicing DVM, managing appointments and surgeries.
- Act as the clinical leader of the North Phoenix hospital.
- Set the standard of medicine for the hospital.
- Mentor junior doctors and technicians.
- Contribute to protocols across all three ArkVets locations.
- Partner with ownership on practice growth and direction.
- Collaborate with a peer group of medical directors from other ArkVets hospitals.
Benefits
- Two of our highest wellness plans, free, for your own pets, plus 20% off all other treatment and medications
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage for you and eligible dependents
- 4 weeks combined paid time off (120 hours vacation + 40 hours sick), plus paid holidays
- 2 additional paid CE days per year for ArkVets-required continuing education
- Continuing education allowance
- Paid Arizona state veterinary license fees and paid DEA registration
- $500 annual professional membership stipend
- 401(k)
- Full liability and license defense coverage
- Quarterly doctor training programs
- Individual mentorship in your chosen growth areas
- Ownership-level involvement in the direction of the practice
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
