Board Certified Specialty Veterinary Medical Director

Board Certified Medical Director

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Description

Veterinarian – Medical Director

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital

Hickory, North Carolina – Lead Medicine. Shape Strategy. Elevate Specialty & Emergency Care.

Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital is seeking an accomplished Veterinarian – Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for our growing specialty and emergency hospital in Hickory, North Carolina. This role is ideal for an experienced board-certified specialist or emergency clinician who is ready to influence medicine, mentorship, and hospital performance while continuing to practice high-quality, advanced care.

The Medical Director serves as the clinical leader of the hospital, setting medical standards, supporting a collaborative culture, and partnering with hospital leadership to drive excellence in patient care, team development, and operational success. This is a hands‑on leadership role with protected administrative time.

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
• Production‑based compensation opportunity
• Generous sign‑on and relocation assistance
• 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

• 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

If you are a seasoned emergency clinician or board‑certified specialist seeking a leadership role where your voice, expertise, and vision will truly matter, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.

Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.