Overview
Veterinarian Medical Director Jobs in Philadelphia, PA at Global Veterinary Careers
Ready to lead a respected small animal hospital while still enjoying hands-on clinical work, full medical autonomy, and a loyal client base?
Global Veterinary Careers is supporting a welcoming, full-service small animal hospital in Philadelphia that is seeking a full-time Medical Director Veterinarian. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who wants to step into a meaningful leadership role, shape clinical standards, mentor a supportive team, and continue practising high-quality medicine in a well-established hospital.
Serving the local community for over 10 years, the hospital has built a strong reputation for compassionate care, trusted client relationships, and a personal approach to veterinary medicine. With a multi-vet environment, strong LVT support, and a varied caseload, this is a fantastic platform for a Medical Director who wants to make a real impact.
Why This Role?
This role offers the best of both worlds: clinical leadership and medical autonomy within a friendly hospital setting.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Lead and support a multi-vet team
- Help shape medical standards, protocols, and clinical direction
- Mentor associate veterinarians and support staff
- Enjoy full medical autonomy
- Focus on surgery, medicine, dentistry, or a balanced GP caseload depending on your strengths
- Work with a loyal client base and established community reputation
- Develop both clinically and commercially within the hospital
The Hospital
This is a full-service small animal hospital with a welcoming culture and long-standing client relationships. The team is committed to delivering high-quality, personalised veterinary care in a supportive and collaborative environment.
The hospital offers:
- Multi-vet environment
- Strong Licensed Veterinary Technician support
- Skilled veterinary and support staff
- Loyal client base built over 10+ years
- Friendly, community-focused culture
- Varied small animal caseload
- Full medical autonomy
- Leadership and development opportunities
Equipment and Facilities
The hospital is well equipped for high-quality general practice medicine, surgery, and dentistry, including:
- Spacious examination and consultation rooms
- Dentistry equipment and instruments
- Surgical instruments
- Digital radiology
- X-ray
- Diagnostic capability
- Modern clinical facilities to support GP medicine and surgery
The Role
This is a full-time Medical Director Veterinarian position combining clinical practice with hospital leadership.
You will be involved in:
- Leading the clinical team and supporting hospital standards
- Mentoring veterinarians and technical staff
- Helping drive clinical quality, client experience, and team development
- Routine consultations
- Wellness and preventative care
- Surgery, including spays and neuters
- Dentistry
- Diagnostics
- Internal medicine
- Case management and client communication
If you have a particular interest in surgery, medicine, or dentistry, the hospital can support you in building your role around your clinical strengths.
The Schedule
- Full-time position
- 4-day working week
- Attractive weekend rotation
- No overnights
- No on-call
Compensation and Benefits
For the right candidate, depending on experience, the hospital offers:
- Competitive salary, negotiable for experienced Medical Director candidates
- Production with no negative accrual
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation support
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- PTO
- Paid parental leave
- Paid sick days
- Full liability insurance
- Industry-leading CE allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Wellness and mentorship programs
- Development opportunities in leadership, medicine, dentistry, and surgery
- Additional benefits available
The Location
Philadelphia is one of the most historic and vibrant cities in the United States, offering an exciting mix of culture, community, restaurants, parks, museums, and diverse neighbourhoods.
Known as the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia combines rich history with modern city living. From Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell to its food scene, green spaces, arts, music, and thriving healthcare and education sectors, Philly is a fantastic place to build both your career and lifestyle.
Requirements
To be considered for this position, you must have:
- DVM or VMD degree, or equivalent, from an AVMA-accredited university
- NAVLE
- ECFVG or PAVE certification if you attended a non-AVMA accredited university
- Active state veterinary license, or ability to obtain
- DEA and USDA accreditation, or ability to obtain once hired
- Strong general medicine, dental, and surgical experience
- Previous leadership, mentoring, or Medical Director experience preferred
- Excellent communication and team-building skills
About Global Veterinary Careers
This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers, who operate as an employment business and employment agency. We support veterinarians across general practice, emergency, specialty, and leadership roles throughout the USA, working with both independent and corporate hospitals.
Next Steps
Ready to take the lead at a respected independent hospital in Philadelphia?
Apply now to learn more about this Medical Director Veterinarian opportunity.
IND2
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $120,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- NAVLE (Required)
- Veterinary Medicine Degree (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Philadelphia, PA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinarian Medical Director
Company: Global Veterinary Careers
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Category:
