Veterinary Medical Director - Small Animal General Practice Leadership - Richland Animal Hospital
About The Position
Richland Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD) to lead their growing small animal hospital in Richland, Washington. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine while shaping hospital culture, mentoring doctors, and driving growth. The position offers support, autonomy, and resources for leadership impact. Relocation candidates are encouraged to apply, with generous relocation assistance provided. Richland offers a high quality of life with outdoor recreation, wineries, restaurants, and an affordable cost of living, situated in a growing community within the Tri-Cities region.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Veterinariae Medicinae Doctoris (VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school.
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Washington.
- Strong foundation in small animal medicine and surgery.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to high-quality patient care and client service.
- Passion for collaboration, mentorship, and team development.
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership experience as a Medical Director, Chief of Staff, Lead Veterinarian, or mentor within a multi-doctor practice.
- Interest in hospital growth, doctor development, and medical quality initiatives.
- Experience performing a broad range of soft tissue surgical procedures.
- Desire to help shape the future of a growing veterinary hospital.
Responsibilities
- Lead a growing small animal hospital.
- Practice high-quality medicine.
- Shape hospital culture.
- Mentor doctors.
- Drive continued growth.
- Influence the future of the practice.
- Elevate medical standards.
- Help recruit and develop a growing team.
- Maintain an active clinical role.
- Mentor and develop veterinarians.
- Support medical quality initiatives.
- Establish and refine clinical protocols.
- Foster a positive and collaborative hospital culture.
- Partner with hospital leadership on growth initiatives.
- Recruit and retain veterinary talent.
- Maintain exceptional standards of patient care and client service.
Benefits
- Generous relocation assistance
- Competitive base salary
- Production bonus opportunities
- Leadership compensation package
- Sign-on bonus
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional dues and licensure support
- Comprehensive medical insurance options
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Vacation
- Sick leave
- 401(k)
- Paid sick leave
- Health emergency leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
