Area Medical Director - Northern Virginia

Area Medical Director - Northern Virginia

Want to step into a leadership role or are you a current Medical Director looking for more? We are hiring an Area Medical Director!

Location: 3 Hospitals in the Northern Virginia Area

Position Summary: TheAreaVeterinary Medical Directorisresponsible forproviding strategic medical leadershipforhospitalswithin adesignated geographicregion. This role ensures the highest standards of patient care, drives clinical excellence, and partners with hospital leadership to improve operational performance. TheAreaMedical Director plays a critical role in mentoring veterinarians, strengthening hospital culture, andidentifyingopportunities for growth through data-driven insights and key performance indicators (KPIs).Key Responsibilities:

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care

• Uphold and advance standards of veterinary medicine, ensuring high-quality, compassionate patient care across all hospitals.
• Promote best practices in veterinary medicine, including diagnostic approaches, treatment planning, and client communication
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standardsand ethical guidelines.
• Demonstrate a working understanding of veterinary business operations, including workflow efficiency, patient flow, client experience, and financial awareness.
• Help Veterinariansand Administrators informulatingstrategic initiativesspecific to their hospital;assistinmonitoringprogress
• Work inthe hospitalsseeing patients, providingdirect mentorship and clinical guidance toAssociateveterinarians, with a focus on building confidence and competency in general practice and surgery.
• Foster a positive culture and collaborative work environment promoting continuous learning, psychological safety, and teamwork.

Doctor Performance & Development

• Mentor, coach, and support veterinarians to enhance clinical skills, confidence, and professional growth with specific goals and timelines for mentee performance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide actionable feedback.
• Identify training needs and facilitate continuing education opportunities.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of veterinary talent.

Hospital Performance & Operational Excellence

• Partner with hospital leadership to oversee doctor productivity and overall hospital performance.
• Analyze KPIs (e.g., revenues, efficiency, case outcomes, client satisfaction, medical quality metrics) to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategic, data-driven plans to improve hospital performance and efficiency.
• Optimize hospital flow, including scheduling, workflow processes, and patient throughput.
• Drive consistency in medical and operational standards acrossalllocations.

Strategic Planning & Continuous Improvement

• Create and execute short- and long-term strategic plans for hospital growth and performance improvement.
• Identify inefficiencies and implement solutions to streamline operations and enhance patient care.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align medical initiatives with business objectives.

Leadership & Culture

• Promote a positive, collaborative, and inclusive hospital culture that reflects organizational values.
• Lead by example, fostering accountability, teamwork, and high engagement among staff.
• Provide effective leadership during times of change, growth,and/or operational challenges.
• Support conflict resolution and encourage open communication within teams.

Relationship Building

• Strengthen relationships with hospital leaders, veterinarians, and support staff.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and partner tothe hospital teams.
• Build strong connections with clients and the community to enhance trust and reputation.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience required.
• Active veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain licensure inVirginia).
• Leadership or multi-site oversight experience preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travelfrequentlybetween hospitals in designatedareaof responsibility.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Clinical excellence and medical judgment
• Leadership and team development
• Operational and financial acumen
• Communication and relationship-building
• Change management and adaptability
• Salary range for this positionstarting at$150k annually with 20%productionbonus potential.
• AnnualMedical Director bonusbased on individual as well as hospital performance.
• Lakefield offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with companymatch; paid time off; paid holidays;paid parental leave;generous CE allowance;pet care discountsandmore.
• Full-time40 hoursper weekin the hospitals.This isnot a remote role.

We believe exceptional veterinary care starts with exceptional people. We partner with hospitals across the country to preserve what makes each practice special - its people, culture, and connection to community - while providing the operational support, resources, and strategic leadership that allow teams to thrive. As we grow, we remain committed to creating an environment where team members feel respected, supported, and empowered to deliver outstanding care.

Our Values

Our culture is built on five core values that guide us in the way we work:

• Respect
• Learning
• Do the right thing
• Wow service
• Fun

We expect all team members to actively demonstrate these values in daily work and interactions.

Lakefield Veterinary Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.