Jobs in Sarasota, FL
The Vet Service – Sarasota Metro photo
The Vet Service – Sarasota Metro

JB-31138 I Medical Director (Emergency) – Sarasota, Florida

1565 1st St, Sarasota, FL, 34236 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states/county-florida
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Annual Salary$180,000‑250,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

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

Overview

Benefits
401k
Discounted Pet Care
Health
Hiring Bonus
Dental
Vision
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

Sarasota is a growing veterinary employment market along Florida’s Gulf Coast, supported by expanding suburban communities and strong pet ownership. The region shows steady hiring demand for Associate Veterinarians, Emergency Doctors, and experienced clinicians across companion animal hospitals. With a high quality of life and increasing population growth, Sarasota continues to attract veterinary professionals seeking long-term career opportunities.

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

Requirements

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

We are seeking a Medical Director to lead a high-performing emergency veterinary clinic in Sarasota. This opportunity offers a leadership role within a collaborative and fast-paced ER environment, ideal for an experienced veterinarian looking to drive clinical excellence while mentoring a growing team. The hospital is a well-established emergency facility equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, supporting a high-acuity caseload. The role involves close collaboration with the Practice Manager to ensure strong operational performance, high medical standards, and a positive team culture. In this position, the Medical Director will provide emergency and urgent care while overseeing clinical protocols, mentoring veterinarians and technicians, and maintaining relationships with the referring veterinary community. The role also includes ensuring compliance, monitoring quality of care, and continuously improving clinical processes. This position is ideal for a veterinarian with emergency experience who is ready to step into a leadership role, offering strong earning potential, professional growth, and the opportunity to build and lead a high-quality clinical team in a vibrant coastal Florida location.