Medical Director

The greater Naples / Ft. Myers area is looking for a skilled

and motivated Veterinarian with a passion for leadership.

The Medical Director / Managing Veterinarian (MDVM)

provides medical leadership for the hospital, manages associate veterinarians,

and ensures compliance with veterinary regulations. This role is responsible

for fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment where quality

medicine and exceptional client care are consistently delivered.

In partnership with the Hospital Manager , the MDVM

oversees financial performance, operational efficiency, and staff development,

helping to cultivate a supportive and collaborative workplace. The hospital

team is supported by South Florida-based Divisional Leadership ,

providing training, reporting, and resources to help build a best-in-class

practice. MDVMs also have the opportunity to network and learn from peers in

similar roles across nearby veterinary clinics.

Duties and Responsibilities

Advancing Medical Care

Establish

medical protocols and provide training to associate veterinarians.

Oversee

surgical and medical cases, ensuring positive outcomes, accurate

estimates, and clear client communication.

Address

client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.

Maintain

high standards of medical care and quality assurance.

Manage

costs related to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug

inventories.

Leading Staff and Practice

Participate

in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring associate doctors and other staff

when appropriate.

Monitor

associate doctor performance and productivity.

Provide

mentorship, feedback, and guidance to associate veterinarians through

ongoing coaching and structured annual reviews.

Develop

and oversee hospital-specific client compliance protocols.

Participate

in technician performance evaluations and medical counseling.

Ensure

all medical staff receive appropriate training, including mentoring new

graduates.

Support

the Hospital Manager in staff training programs, continuing education

tracking, and DVM licensure compliance.

Financial Responsibilities

Drive

revenue growth and hospital contribution by guiding associate doctors on

appropriate medicine and client compliance.

Manage

medical expenses, pricing, and ensure accurate billing for services

provided.

Assist

in preparing annual planning strategy, operating budget, and capital

budget.

Monitor

and act upon key financial reports to ensure operational and financial

success.

Growing the Practice

Build

and maintain the clinic’s reputation within the community.

Support

innovative programs and embrace positive change within the hospital.

Monitor

client service, marketing, and growth initiatives.

Seek

ways to improve operational practices to enhance practice growth.

Identify

opportunities for adding doctors to the team as the practice expands.

Skills and Basic Qualifications

Doctor

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited

university.

Licensure

in good standing to practice in Florida.

Commitment

to the highest standards of veterinary medicine and professional ethics.

MDVM

experience is welcome but not required; open to experienced DVMs

interested in leadership roles.

Ability

to delegate tasks effectively and achieve results with the hospital team.

Confident

and effective decision-making skills.

Strong

leadership abilities, including coaching, motivating, and developing

staff.

Excellent

time and task management skills.

Ability

to collaborate with NVA leadership to drive clinic-level outcomes.

Professional

and courteous manner with staff, clients, and peers.

Compensation and Benefits

Although pay may vary by clinic and position, Managing

Veterinarians can generally expect :

Production-based

model with salary draw (hospital-specific).

Quarterly

Leadership Incentive Bonuses tied to hospital performance and growth.

Full

coverage of licensing fees and insurance.

Continuing

Education allowance with paid CE days.

Generous

PTO.

Relocation

bonus offered for moves >

50 miles, when applicable.

Access

to all NVA benefits (401(k), healthcare coverage, Employee Assistance

Program, cell phone discounts, etc.).

Additional

compensation or benefits negotiable based on experience and hospital

needs.