JB-33870 - Medical Director Veterinarian - Upper East Side, New York
1 Centre St, New York, 10007 thevetservice.comOverview
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
Manhattan is one of the most competitive veterinary markets in the U.S., driven by dense urban living, high-income households, and strong pet ownership. Demand is high for Associate Veterinarians, Emergency clinicians, and Medical Directors across advanced hospitals, specialty centers, and multi-doctor practices. The market supports premium care, urgent services, and cutting-edge diagnostics.
Requirements
We are seeking an experienced Small Animal Medical Director to join an established companion animal hospital on the Upper East Side of New York City. This permanent leadership opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who wants to combine high-quality clinical medicine with mentorship, team development, and responsibility for maintaining strong standards of patient care. The role allows you to remain actively involved in small animal medicine while contributing to the clinical direction of the hospital. You will manage your own caseload while helping support consistent medical standards, thoughtful clinical decision-making, and the continued development of veterinary services. As Medical Director, you will work closely with associate veterinarians and support professionals, providing clinical guidance, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to a positive and collaborative hospital culture. The position is suited to a confident veterinarian who enjoys balancing hands-on medicine with broader leadership responsibilities. This position is ideal for an experienced veterinarian seeking strong earning potential, a permanent senior clinical role, meaningful leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on both patient care and veterinary team development within a Manhattan practice.