Veterinarian Medical Director | Rochester, NY - 01

Veterinarian – Medical Director - Rochester, New York Full-Time | Clinical Leadership | Teaching & Mentorship | Production + No Negative Accrual An established small animal practice in Rochester is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director and help guide the hospital's continued clinical and team development. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing medicine, teaching, mentoring doctors, and helping build an environment where both people and medicine can thrive. You'll partner closely with practice management and hospital leadership while maintaining a meaningful clinical presence. The Opportunity As Medical Director, you'll play an important role in shaping clinical quality, hospital culture, team development, and the continued growth of the practice. Leadership responsibilities may include: • Providing clinical and medical leadership • Maintaining high standards of patient care • Mentoring and developing veterinarians • Teaching and sharing clinical knowledge • Supporting doctor and staff development • Partnering with practice management on hospital strategy • Identifying opportunities to improve clinical workflows • Supporting quality and efficiency initiatives • Strengthening communication and collaboration • Helping guide continued hospital growth • Maintaining a clinical caseload This isn't a position designed to move you away from veterinary medicine. It's an opportunity to continue practicing while having a greater influence on how medicine is delivered and how the veterinary team develops. Teaching & Mentorship A passion for teaching is particularly important in this position. The Medical Director will have opportunities to support doctors as they work through cases, develop new clinical skills, strengthen decision-making, and continue growing professionally. This could be an excellent next step for an experienced veterinarian who has naturally become a mentor or clinical resource for colleagues, even if they haven't previously held a formal Medical Director title. Clinical Environment The hospital provides comprehensive companion animal medicine within an established, collaborative clinical environment. The practice is committed to maintaining strong standards of patient care and client experience while continuing to invest in its veterinary team and clinical environment. Doctors can expect a broad general practice caseload that may include: • Wellness and preventive medicine • Sick-patient care • Diagnostics • Surgery • Dentistry • Chronic disease management • Senior patient care • Client education • General companion animal medicine Schedule • Full-time • Primarily weekday hospital schedule • Limited Saturday hospital hours • Specific Medical Director clinical and administrative scheduling can be discussed during the interview process Compensation The compensation structure includes: • Competitive base compensation • Production earning opportunities • No negative accrual • Compensation based on experience, credentials, leadership responsibilities, and production Specific Medical Director compensation and any additional leadership incentives can be discussed during the interview process. Benefits Eligible team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that may include: • Medical and life insurance • Short- and long-term disability coverage • 401(k) with employer match • Mental health and wellness resources • Childcare and elder-care support • Family-planning resources • Student loan management tools and assistance • Professional and leadership development resources Who We're Looking For • DVM, VMD, or equivalent veterinary degree • Active New York veterinary license in good standing or ability to obtain one prior to starting • Active DEA license or eligibility to obtain DEA licensure • Strong clinical foundation in companion animal medicine • Passion for teaching and mentorship • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Collaborative leadership approach • Interest in developing doctors and veterinary teams • Commitment to high-quality patient and client care • Ability to partner effectively with practice management • Interest in helping shape hospital culture and clinical standards Previous Medical Director experience is valuable but may not be necessary for an experienced veterinarian who demonstrates strong clinical leadership, mentorship skills, and a desire to grow into the position. Living in Rochester Rochester combines the amenities of a larger metropolitan area with convenient access to the Finger Lakes and surrounding outdoor recreation. The region offers restaurants, arts and cultural attractions, universities, parks, trails, lakes, wineries, and four-season recreation. Its location provides an appealing balance between city amenities and access to the Finger Lakes lifestyle. Why Consider This Opportunity? • Medical Director leadership position • Continue practicing medicine while leading • Strong emphasis on teaching and mentorship • Collaborative veterinary environment • Opportunity to influence clinical standards • Ability to help shape hospital culture • Established practice with an updated clinical environment • Production earning opportunities • No negative accrual • Professional and leadership development • Comprehensive benefits • Rochester and Finger Lakes lifestyle For an experienced veterinarian who enjoys medicine, teaching, and developing others—and wants a greater voice in the clinical direction of a hospital—this is an opportunity worth exploring. Interested in learning more? Apply or reach out confidentially to learn more about the hospital, Medical Director responsibilities, compensation structure, clinical schedule, leadership expectations, and team.