Medical Director, Veterinarian | Best Friends Animal Clinic
About The Position
Best Friends Animal Clinic is seeking a Medical Director (DVM) to lead our collaborative four-doctor small animal veterinary practice in Hanahan, South Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about clinical leadership, mentorship, team development, and high-quality veterinary medicine while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Located just outside Charleston, our hospital is supported by an experienced team, loyal client base, and modern technology that allows our doctors to practice exceptional medicine every day. We're looking for a leader who is excited to guide the future of the practice while continuing to make a meaningful impact through patient care. Best Friends Animal Clinic is a full-service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional companion animal medical, surgical, and preventive care. Our mission is to help pets live long, healthy lives by combining advanced medicine with compassionate care. Our hospital features: Digital radiology Therapy laser Access to specialists in ultrasound, acupuncture, and chiropractic care Five fully trained veterinary technicians Long-tenured, collaborative support staff Strong client relationships and a community-focused reputation Our culture is built on teamwork, respect, mentorship, and continuous learning. We believe in supporting one another while delivering the highest standard of veterinary care.
Requirements
- Veterinary Leadership
- Medical Director Experience
- Small Animal Medicine
- Companion Animal Care
- Veterinary Surgery
- Preventive Medicine
- Veterinary Diagnostics
- Associate Veterinarian Mentorship
- Clinical Team Development
- Medical Protocol Development
- Hospital Growth & Strategy
- Practice Management
- Client Communication & Education
- Team Building & Engagement
- Change Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Patient Care
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical leadership and help establish medical best practices
- Mentor and support associate veterinarians and support staff
- Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth
- Partner with hospital leadership to support strategic growth initiatives
- Maintain an active clinical caseload while balancing leadership responsibilities
- Help drive medical excellence and exceptional client experiences
- Support innovation and the continued expansion of services
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA options)
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Paid parental leave and bonding time
- Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
- Paid professional dues and AVMA PLIT coverage
- Personal pet discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
