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

JB-31212 I Medical Director (Emergency) – Sarasota, Florida

1565 1st St, Sarasota, FL, 34236 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states/county-florida
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Annual Salary$150,000‑250,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

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

Overview

Benefits
Dental
Hiring Bonus
Health
Pet Insurance
Discounted Pet Care
Vision
401k
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
hospitalized patient management
emergency medicine
exam room management
communication
soft tissue surgery
general practice
teamwork
time management
emotional intelligence
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 emergency veterinarian or Lead ER DVM looking to drive clinical excellence while mentoring and growing a strong team. The hospital is a well-established emergency facility focused on delivering advanced emergency and urgent care medicine with a strong emphasis on collaboration, compassion, and clinical quality. The role involves partnering closely with the Practice Manager to support hospital growth, team development, and operational success while maintaining a positive and supportive workplace culture. In this position, the Medical Director will oversee emergency medical services, mentor veterinarians and technicians, guide clinical protocols, maintain relationships with the referring veterinary community, and ensure the highest standards of patient care and client experience. Strong leadership, emotional intelligence, and communication skills are essential to successfully lead and inspire the team in a fast-paced clinical environment. This position is ideal for a veterinarian seeking a long-term leadership opportunity with strong earning potential, professional growth, and the ability to shape and lead a thriving emergency hospital in a highly desirable coastal Florida location.