Medical Director

About the role

The Medical Director at Lollypop Farm leads the veterinary operations and guides a dynamic team, advancing the organization's lifesaving efforts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor shelter medicine programs and protocols.
• Stay up to date on emerging trends and best practices in shelter medicine.
• Provide direct management and support to staff Veterinarians, Veterinary Interns/Externs, volunteer Veterinarians, and the Clinic Operations Manager.
• Ensure expectations are clear, concerns are addressed promptly, and a collaborative, respectful working environment is maintained.
• Collaborate with the Clinic Operations Manager to ensure adequate clinic staffing, training, performance, and compliance.
• Collaborate with the COO and operations teams to expand access to veterinary care programs for the community.
• Adhere to DEA requirements, state regulations and organization policies for controlled drugs.
• Provide timely, practical, high-quality veterinary care and surgical services for shelter animals and pets in the community.
• Maintain thorough, high quality veterinary records in shelter and clinic software.
• Engage in networking, knowledge sharing, and collaborative initiatives that advance best practices and strengthen community wide animal welfare efforts.
• Operational and strategic leadership:
• Collaborate with organization leadership to set and meet veterinary clinic goals and budgets.
• Bring ethical issues forward for discussion.
• Identify opportunities for improved safety, efficiency, impact, and animal outcomes.
• Attend and participate in leadership meetings.
• Represent the organization in community outreach events, professional conferences, and partnerships as needed.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable state and federal laws.
• Observes all safety rules and regulations for self and others.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Requirements

• DVM, VMD or equivalent Doctoral Veterinary degree with license to practice in New York State or ability to obtain by date of hire.
• 5+ years of experience practicing veterinary medicine in a full-service, high-volume environment.
• 5+ years of experience managing and leading teams.
• Demonstrated excellent surgical skills required.
• Experience working with exotic and large animals is preferred.
• Must hold a current DEA license or have the ability to obtain DEA license within 3 months of hire.
• Must obtain a USDA certification within 1 year of hire.
• Must complete the Fear Free® Veterinary certification (approximately 9 hours) within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Commitment to animal welfare and understanding of shelter medicine and population health.
• Skilled in performing a high volume of spay and neuter surgeries, including on pediatric patients.
• Ability to perform necessary surgeries and medical treatments in accordance with accepted professional standards.
• Experience in conducting forensic necropsies.
• Experience in providing expert testimony in court preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) a plus but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment in a high-volume shelter.

Skills

• Commitment to animal welfare and understanding of shelter medicine and population health.
• Skilled in performing a high volume of spay and neuter surgeries, including on pediatric patients.
• Ability to perform necessary surgeries and medical treatments in accordance with accepted professional standards.
• Experience in conducting forensic necropsies.
• Experience in providing expert testimony in court preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual skills (Spanish/English) a plus but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment in a high-volume shelter.

Benefits

We offer a 4 day work week, continuing education allowances, generous paid time off, and 8 paid holidays. After meeting the service requirement, Lollypop Farm contributes up to 6% toward your retirement. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and professional growth. We prioritize your wellbeing though onsite emotional support and 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program. As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, eligible full-time employees may qualify for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Pay

$170-180k/annually, commensurate based on exp.

Schedule

Full-time position.