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Veterinary Medical Director

Full-Time opportunity in Cincinnati, OH

ProSal Model: Up to $220,000 base and monthly production bonus

Care Center Cincinnati is seeking a Medical Director to lead our experienced emergency and specialty team. Partnering closely with hospital leadership, you'll drive medical excellence, team development, and strategic growth in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Ideal for a board-certified specialist passionate about leadership and exceptional patient care.

You'll join a collaborative team of 10 experienced Emergency Doctors and board-certified specialists across multiple disciplines, supported by daily rounds that promote exceptional patient care and teamwork. Our hospital features advanced technology, including a Storz endoscope, 128-slice CT, and fluoroscopy, along with a highly skilled technician team dedicated to continuous growth. We prioritize work-life balance with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a Long-Term Incentive Plan that rewards your professional and personal success.

Location Highlight

Cincinnati offers the perfect blend of big-city amenities, Midwestern charm, and affordable living. Residents enjoy world-class attractions including the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Cincinnati Art Museum, vibrant Over-the-Rhine district, professional sports, and miles of parks and riverfront recreation along the Ohio River. With easy access to destinations like Kentucky's bourbon country, the hiking trails of Red River Gorge, and nearby cities such as Columbus and Indianapolis, Cincinnati provides endless opportunities for adventure both close to home and beyond.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

Competitive compensation

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance and professional development support

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee assistance programs

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Oversee medical standards and ensure patients receive consistent, high-quality care.
• Support and mentor a team of 21 veterinarians, including providing case consultation and guidance on complex or critical cases.
• Collaborate with the hospital manager and leadership team on day-to-day hospital operations.
• Monitor patient care, medical protocols, and compliance with hospital policies and veterinary standards.
• Lead or participate in medical rounds, case reviews, and team meetings.
• Research, address, and aid in resolution of client escalations, to include medical concerns, customer service, and patient care issues as needed.
• Partner with Hospital Director to identify opportunities to expand or improve medical services based on patient and community needs and contribute to long-term medical and operational strategy.

What You Bring

- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.

- Possesses a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, ideally in an Emergency/Specialty hospital, and a minimum of 12 years of leadership experience preferred.

- Values integrity, exhibits superior communication, and displays excellent client service and patient care.

- Is a collaborative leader who will match and embrace DCES's culture.

- Confidence managing emergency cases and making sound clinical decisions in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.

- A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing emergency and specialty veterinary medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Mark Hyde at mark.hyde@ethosvet.com.