Medical Director - New Jersey - Edgewater

Bond Vet • Edgewater, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Bond Vet is seeking a Medical Director to serve as the clinical leader of its Edgewater, New Jersey clinic. The Medical Director ensures patients receive a high standard of care and that clinic team members collaborate in a positive workplace. This client-oriented leader is an excellent communicator and mentor who partners with the Clinic Manager to support the clinic’s overall success. Alongside leadership responsibilities, the Medical Director also performs the duties of an Associate Veterinarian.

The role includes mentoring and developing veterinarians, supporting clinical quality and regulatory compliance, contributing to practice protocols, helping recruit veterinary talent, and managing the doctor schedule. The Medical Director also works with the Clinic Manager to deliver an excellent client experience and represents Bond Vet within the veterinary community and the public.

The listed compensation is $170,000–$200,000 based on experience, plus a yearly stipend of up to $15,000, quarterly performance bonuses, and ProSal compensation with no negative accrual. The posting describes flexible scheduling, no overnight shifts or on-call duties, and schedules released at least one month in advance. Bond Vet offers training, mentorship, continuing education support, access to board-certified specialists, and a range of employee benefits and clinic perks.

Requirements

• Veterinary Medical Degree (DVM/VMD or foreign equivalent).
• State licensure in good standing or eligibility for licensure; must cover all states for clinics under the role’s supervision.
• DEA licensure and Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) certificate if needed for all states for clinics under the role’s supervision.
• Strong communication, mentoring, client-service, team-building, prioritization, and conflict-management skills, as described in the posting.

Nice To Haves

• 3–5+ years of clinical veterinary experience preferred.
• 1+ years of leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all team members deliver high-quality, safe, effective, patient- and client-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable veterinary care.
• Mentor and develop Associate Veterinarians through side-by-side coaching, feedback sessions, and regular case discussions.
• Participate in performance improvement processes to address performance issues and maintain a high-performing team.
• Organize and conduct regular doctor and team meetings to foster a positive hospital culture.
• Contribute to the development of practice protocols and guidelines and implement them effectively.
• Partner with the Clinic Manager to deliver an excellent client experience, including handling client complaints when applicable.
• Participate in recruiting doctors and, when appropriate, support staff.
• Create and maintain the Clinic Doctor Schedule to balance hospital needs with Associate Veterinarians’ needs.
• Represent Bond Vet within the veterinary community and the public.
• Perform the responsibilities of an Associate Veterinarian.
• Promote awareness of and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including DEA and state practice act requirements.
• Foster a safe environment for team members, pets, and clients.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $170,000–$200,000 based on experience, plus up to a $15,000 yearly stipend.
• Quarterly performance bonus.
• ProSal compensation with no negative accrual.
• Flexible scheduling options and schedules released at least one month in advance.
• No overnight shifts and no on-call duties.
• In-clinic pet care discount.
• Employee referral bonus of up to $8,000.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Mental health support programs.
• 401(k) with partial employer match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Commuter benefits.
• Pet and chosen-family bereavement leave.
• Personalized training and mentorship plans.
• Up to $3,000 continuing education stipend and additional CE time off.
• Internal RACE-approved continuing education and access to Bond Academy.
• Access to dental training labs, a 3D immersive training library, and board-certified specialists for case expertise.
• FIGS scrubs provided and laundered in-clinic.
• Stocked pantries and bathrooms.
• Free weekend team lunch.
• Bond swag shop credit.
• Support from a remote team of nurses.
• Flexible employment models.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree