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Board Certified Specialty Veterinary Medical Director
Innovetive PetcareHickory$180k–275kOn-site5mo ago
- Employment
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Lead
About the role
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Board-certified specialist (DACVECC, DACVIM, DACVS, or related specialty) or Multi-specialty & Emergency experience strongly preferred
- Active (or eligible) North Carolina veterinary license
- Proven leadership ability or strong interest in clinical leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and exceptional client communication
- Passion for mentorship, team development, and hospital growth
Key Responsibilities
- Provide medical leadership and oversight across emergency and specialty services
- Establish and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices
- Mentor and support veterinarians, interns, and support staff
- Partner with hospital administration on strategic planning, recruiting, and growth initiatives
- Maintain an active clinical caseload aligned with your expertise
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing hospital culture
What We Offer
- Base salary range of $180,000–$275,000, commensurate with specialty, experience, and clinical production, plus an additional Medical Director stipend
- 25% production model, no negative accrual
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- CE allowance with paid CE time
- Paid parental leave and generous PTO
- Professional autonomy with strong operational support
- The opportunity to shape and grow specialty and emergency services in a key regional hospital
Why Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital?
- Established referral and emergency presence in the region
- Modern equipment and advanced diagnostic capabilities
- Supportive leadership structure with a focus on sustainable medicine
- Collaborative environment with highly trained technicians and staff
- Located in Hickory, NC—offering a high quality of life with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Charlotte metro area
Ready to Lead?
Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Pension Matching
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