Medical Director – AAHA-Accredited, Fear-Free, Cat-Friendly Certified Hospital! 🏥
Tucson, AZ, Tucson, AZ, 85716 atlasconsultancygroup.comOverview
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Tucson offers affordable living, strong demand for veterinarians, and competitive salaries. The city has great outdoor spaces, mild winters, and a thriving pet-friendly community. With career growth potential and a welcoming atmosphere, Tucson is an excellent place for veterinary professionals.
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An AAHA-accredited small animal hospital in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Medical Director to lead its 3-doctor team! This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced veterinarian to step into a meaningful leadership role at a highly regarded, Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified practice that pairs progressive medicine with a genuinely supportive culture. As Medical Director, you will set the medical vision and standards for the hospital, mentor associates and support staff, guide clinical protocols, and partner with leadership on growth and client experience, all while maintaining an active small animal caseload. The caseload is varied and rewarding, spanning wellness and preventive care, dentistry with radiographs, soft tissue surgery, laser therapy, and a busy urgent care service where every patient is triaged within 15 minutes of arrival. The hospital is equipped with digital radiography, advanced anesthesia monitoring, a modern surgical suite, comprehensive in-house diagnostics, and AI-assisted medical records that keep admin to a minimum. Board-certified surgery and ultrasonography support is available, with an emergency and specialty hospital just five minutes away. You will lead a team of three doctors alongside credentialed technicians and an experienced Hospital Manager, within a mentorship-focused culture that also hosts student internship and veterinary nursing programs. The practice is deeply involved in its community, with funds set aside to help pets in need. Enjoy a flexible 3 to 4 day work week made up of 10-hour shifts with 90-minute lunch breaks, rotating Saturdays, and no on-call or after-hours emergency duties. With over 300 days of sunshine, stunning desert scenery, and an attractive cost of living, Tucson is a wonderful place to build your career! Key Highlights • Medical Director role leading a 3-doctor team in Tucson, AZ • AAHA-accredited, Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified hospital • Varied caseload across general practice and urgent care • Digital radiography, laser therapy, and advanced anesthesia monitoring • AI-assisted medical records to reduce admin time • Specialist support with an ER hospital five minutes away • Flexible 3 to 4 day week with 90-minute lunch breaks • No on-call or after-hours emergency duties • Base salary of $160,000 to $190,000 About You • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school • Hold (or are eligible for) a Veterinary State License in Arizona • Confident in soft tissue surgery and dental extractions • Comfortable managing urgent care and same-day cases • Previous leadership experience preferred • Passionate about mentorship and team development • Collaborative, approachable, and a strong communicator Benefits • Base salary of $160,000 to $190,000 • Production bonus opportunities • Medical Director stipend • Sign-on bonus • Generous relocation assistance • Generous PTO with flexible shift trading • Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options • CE allowance with paid CE days • Leadership and professional development support • Paid license fees and professional dues • Professional liability insurance • 401(k) retirement plan • Paid parental leave • And more!