Grant Creek Veterinary Services (Missoula, MT) - Medical Director
Grant Creek Veterinary Services is seeking a Managing Veterinarian (Medical Director) to lead our growing team in beautiful Missoula, Montana. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about mentorship, team development, and practicing high-quality medicine.
About the role
Located in one of Montana's most desirable communities, our small animal hospital offers the chance to step into an established leadership role supported by a collaborative team, a positive culture, and a modern, newly expanded facility. At Grant Creek Veterinary Services, we've built our reputation on trust, respect, teamwork, and exceptional client service. As our Medical Director, you'll help guide the continued growth of the practice while maintaining the supportive culture that makes our hospital a great place to work.
This role offers the best of both worlds: the opportunity to influence the future of the hospital while remaining actively involved in patient care. You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff who genuinely enjoy collaborating and delivering outstanding care to the pets and families of Missoula. Our recently expanded facility provides the tools and resources needed to practice advanced medicine and surgery, including two dedicated surgical suites designed to support efficiency, case variety, and excellent patient outcomes. Veterinarians with interests in surgery, dentistry, or exotic animal medicine will find opportunities to further develop and utilize their skills.
Requirements
- Experienced Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM, VMD, or equivalent)
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Montana
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to high-quality veterinary medicine and surgery
Responsibilities
- Leading and mentoring a talented veterinary team
- Supporting medical excellence and high standards of patient care
- Enhancing the client experience and strengthening client relationships
- Collaborating with hospital leadership and a network of veterinary professionals
- Helping develop doctors and support staff through coaching and mentorship
- Practicing medicine and surgery while pursuing your clinical interests
Benefits
- Competitive base salary based on experience
- Medical Director stipend
- Leadership bonusing incentives
- Lucrative bonus opportunities and relocation assistance
- Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
- Flexible scheduling options
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA options
- Paid parental leave and bonding time
- Annual continuing education allowance plus paid CE days
- Paid licensing fees, professional dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage
- Personal pet care discounts
- Uniform allowance and holiday pay
- Fitness and wellness benefits
- Ongoing collaboration and mentorship through an experienced Medical Advisor Board
Schedule
Our doctors enjoy no on-call responsibilities, no emergency shifts, and no weekend hours, allowing you to focus on your patients, your team, and the things you enjoy outside of work.
About the area
Consistently recognized as one of the best places to live in the Mountain West, Missoula offers an exceptional quality of life for veterinary professionals. Surrounded by mountains, rivers, trails, and pristine lakes, the area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, skiing, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and river recreation. Beyond outdoor adventure, Missoula boasts a vibrant downtown filled with local restaurants, breweries, live music, arts, and community events.