Medical Director Veterinarian - Friends, Family, Neighbors - Desert Tails Animal Clinic (Scottsdale, AZ)

Desert Tails Animal Clinic•Scottsdale, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Desert Tails Animal Clinic is seeking a collaborative Medical Director to lead an experienced medical team while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine. Located in North Scottsdale, the full-service small animal hospital provides compassionate, personalized care supported by modern medicine, advanced technology, experienced technicians, efficient workflows, and collaborative leadership. The Medical Director will guide medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, collaborate with hospital leadership, and help shape the hospital’s culture and future. The position includes a varied small-animal caseload spanning general and preventive care, wellness, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, internal medicine, dermatology, urgent care and same-day appointments during regular business hours, client education, end-of-life care, surgery, and dentistry. Surgical opportunities include routine soft tissue procedures such as spays and neuters, mass removals and biopsies, wound repair, splenectomies, and exploratory procedures. Dental services include cleanings, oral health assessments, dental radiography, surgical procedures, and advanced treatments. The role is full-time. A four-day work week is available, with rotating Saturdays approximately twice per month. The clinic is open Monday through Saturday. Compensation includes a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, leadership compensation, and quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual. Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine, or equivalent certification for international graduates.
Active Arizona veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure before the start date.
Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE).
At least five years of experience practicing small-animal general medicine.
Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine.
Strong communication, leadership, and client relationship skills.
Collaborative, team-oriented leadership style.
Passion for mentoring fellow veterinarians and supporting team development.
Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Medical Director, Chief of Staff, or veterinary team leader.
Experience mentoring veterinarians or leading medical teams.
Strong interest in soft tissue surgery and veterinary dentistry.
Experience using digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnostics.
Passion for client education, preventive care, and lifelong patient relationships.

Responsibilities

Provide medical leadership and clinical guidance.
Mentor and support associate veterinarians.
Promote evidence-based medicine and medical excellence.
Encourage collaboration and a positive team culture.
Partner with hospital leadership on operational initiatives.
Support continuing medical education and professional development.
Help recruit, develop, and retain exceptional veterinary talent.
Continue practicing medicine alongside the team.
Provide patient care across small-animal general practice, preventive care, wellness, companion animal medicine, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, internal medicine, dermatology, urgent care, surgery, and dentistry.
Support client education, relationship building, and end-of-life and quality-of-life discussions.