Medical Director - Veterinarian

Innovetive PetCare•Chattanooga, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Lookout Valley Veterinary Clinic, an established community-focused small-animal general practice in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is seeking a Medical Director to guide the practice’s medical direction while continuing to provide hands-on clinical care. The role combines small-animal medicine and surgery with medical leadership, mentorship, clinical standards development, and team development. The Medical Director partners with practice leadership to support medical quality, improve workflows and services, strengthen client and patient experiences, and foster a collaborative and positive workplace. The clinic is a multi-doctor practice with experienced support staff and a 1.5:1 veterinary technician-to-DVM ratio. Its services include preventive care, wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and orthopedic procedures, supported by digital radiography, ultrasound, and an in-house laboratory.

Requirements

DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in Tennessee.
At least 5 years of experience practicing small-animal general medicine and surgery.
Proficiency in general soft tissue surgery and dental care.
Strong communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
Commitment to high medical standards, client education, and compassionate patient care.
Interest in mentoring veterinarians and supporting the professional development of the broader medical team.

Nice To Haves

Previous Medical Director, Chief of Staff, Lead Veterinarian, or Associate Veterinarian leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Champion high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine and consistent medical standards.
Coach associate veterinarians and support clinical growth, confidence, and continued learning across the veterinary team.
Establish and refine medical protocols, treatment guidelines, and best practices.
Build working relationships with veterinary technicians, assistants, client service professionals, and practice leadership.
Partner with hospital leadership to identify opportunities to enhance services, improve workflows, and strengthen the client and patient experience.
Continue practicing small-animal medicine while balancing medical leadership responsibilities.
Foster a workplace culture based on respect, communication, accountability, teamwork, and compassion.

Benefits

Base salary of $120,000–$130,000 plus production, negotiable based on experience.
No negative accrual.
Annual Medical Director performance bonus and leadership stipend.
Sign-on bonus.
Relocation assistance.
401(k) retirement plan with 2% company match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off that increases with tenure.
Paid parental leave.
Annual continuing education allowance of $3,500 and three additional days of CE-specific PTO for Medical Directors.
100% coverage of DEA registration, state licensure fees, AVMA membership, and professional liability insurance.
Wellness resources, mental health tools, and Employee Assistance Programs.
Employee pet care discounts.
Access to specialized veterinary training courses, including a Veterinary Medical Director Cohort Training Program.
No state income tax.