Medical Director

About Our Clinic

The Kingdom Animal Hospital is located in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, serving the Northeast Kingdom with compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Our team is dedicated to teamwork, mentorship, and providing exceptional patient care.

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice Type: Small Animal General Practice

• Avg. Daily Patient Volume: High-volume GP with a mix of wellness and medical cases

• Support Staff Ratio: Strong technician and support staff team

• Case Mix: Wellness, preventative care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, urgent care, and chronic disease management

• Technology & Equipment: Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, surgical suite, and modern medical equipment

• Team Culture: Collaborative, mentorship-focused, team-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional patient care

Position Summary

The Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example—delivering high-quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice

Responsibilities & Objectives

• Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts

• Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture in which:

  • Patient care and safety always come first
  • Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas
  • The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences

• Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians, ensuring they:

  • Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care
  • Demonstrate excellent client communication and education
  • Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records
  • Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products

• Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture

• Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment

• Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care

• Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities

• Partner closely with the Practice Manager to:

  • Maintain alignment on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities
  • Optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care
  • Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control
  • Coach and feedback to the veterinary team
  • Plan and participate in hospital-wide meetings
  • Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals
  • Oversee the maintenance and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance
  • Engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community

• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent

• Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of:

  • Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits
  • Controlled drug inventory, control and process
  • Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer

• Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community

• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals

Skills Necessary for Success

• Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex medical information through multiple methods and settings

• Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation capabilities, enabling efficient and effective hospital operations

• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and consistently make thoughtful, well-informed decisions

• Serve as a visible clinical leader and key driver of practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement

• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions

• Highly developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required

• Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice

• Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s)

• Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian

• Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience

• Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

• $145,000 base salary + production bonus

• Up to $75,000 signing bonus available

• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production

• No negative accrual — We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods

• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings

• Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues

• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance

• Relocation assistance available

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

Contact Information

If you're interested in this opportunity, please email your resume to Brooke Kaiser at Brooke.Kaiser@amerivet.com today!