Jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Vet Service – Fort Lauderdale Metro photo
The Vet Service – Fort Lauderdale Metro

JB-30692 I Medical Director – Plantation, Florida

100 N Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states/county-florida
Job details
Annual Salary$150,000‑250,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: mixedAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
Discounted Pet Care
401k
Health
Dental
Vision
Hiring Bonus
Pet Insurance
Practice Overview

We Build Veterinary Careers Globally. The Vet Service is an international veterinarian recruitment platform with thousands of users within the veterinary industry across the USA & Worldwide. Founded in 2016 by veterinarian Dr. Ed Taylor BVMS MRCVS, the Vet service has grown globally servicing users across the world. Offering permanent and temporary contracts globally across the USA and also Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK & Ireland, with a range of roles from junior associate roles to Medical Director or Specialist Level. We are trusted by thousands of veterinary businesses both at independent and corporate level. We feel truly humbled to be connected with so many fantastic people throughout the world both as clients and as veterinary professionals. Contact: info@thevetservice.com

About the Area

Fort Lauderdale is a major veterinary employment hub in South Florida with strong hiring demand across companion animal practices and specialty hospitals. The city’s growing population, active pet-owning community, and proximity to Miami support consistent opportunities for Associate Veterinarians, Emergency Clinicians, and leadership roles. Corporate and independent hospitals across the metro area create a dynamic and expanding veterinary job market.

Practice Values
boldness
personability
quality
integrity
accountability
Practice Type
emergency
diagnostic imaging
dentistry
surgery
general practice
Species
cat
exotics
large animal
dog
Management SoftwareOther

Requirements

Preferred Skills
exam room management
emotional intelligence
soft tissue surgery
hospitalized patient management
time management
communication
emergency medicine
teamwork
general practice
Preferred Credentials
DVM/VMD
Job Description

We are seeking a Medical Director to lead a well-established, AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital in the South Florida region. This is a strong leadership opportunity within a long-standing practice that has built a trusted reputation in the community over decades. The hospital is supported by an experienced veterinary team and efficient support staff, allowing for a smooth workflow and a consistent caseload. The role offers the opportunity to maintain high clinical standards while guiding the medical direction of the practice, mentoring team members, and supporting overall hospital performance. In this position, the Medical Director will provide comprehensive patient care while also overseeing clinical protocols, team development, and quality of care. Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills are essential to ensure a positive team culture and continued success of the hospital. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced veterinarian looking to step into a leadership role within a supportive and well-established practice, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant South Florida location.