Medical Director / Veterinarian (DVM) | ArkVets North Phoenix
About The Position
ArkVets is seeking a Medical Director / Veterinarian (DVM) for its largest, newest, and most fully equipped hospital located in North Phoenix. This role combines practicing veterinary medicine with clinical leadership responsibilities. The hospital is purpose-built, 8,600 sq ft, and features advanced equipment including endoscopy, digital radiography, and ultrasound. The position offers a unique opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment with engaged clients. The Medical Director will set the standard of medicine, mentor junior staff, contribute to protocols, and partner with ownership on practice growth. The role emphasizes a low-stress, fear-free-inspired approach to care, with a mix of general practice and urgent care. There is no mandatory on-call duty, and shift coverage is voluntary.
Requirements
- Arizona veterinary license in good standing prior to start date.
- 3+ years of practice experience preferred.
- Availability between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., with some weekends and holidays.
- Genuine communication skills and a good attitude.
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership, mentorship, or medical-director experience is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a practicing DVM, handling approximately 18 appointments per day on clinical days and 1-2 surgery days per week.
- Provide general practice care mixed with dedicated urgent care.
- Act as the clinical leader of the hospital.
- Set the standard of medicine for the hospital.
- Mentor junior doctors and technicians.
- Contribute to protocols across all three ArkVets locations.
- Partner directly with ownership on practice growth and direction.
- Ensure honest communication with clients about their pets' care without pressure.
- Contribute to a low-stress, fear-free-inspired care environment.
- Participate in voluntary shift coverage when needed.
Benefits
- Two of the 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
