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.
• Provide medical oversight for all clinical programs for shelter animals and pets in the community.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality veterinary care.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and respect.
• Guide medical protocols and support the organization’s operational and financial goals.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

• 4 day work week.
• Continuing education allowances.
• Generous paid time off.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Retirement contributions up to 6% after meeting the service requirement.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health and professional growth.
• Onsite emotional support and 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Why Choose Rochester, New York?

Nestled between Lake Ontario and Finger Lakes Wine Country in Western New York, the Rochester region offers an attractive place to call home. The area boasts the architecture, diversity, education, arts and culture, nightlife, restaurants, recreation and sports of a much larger city, while maintaining the affordable cost of living, short commutes, community, and hospitality of a small town. The area also offers abundant 4-season outdoor recreation among the picturesque trails, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, and rolling hills. Our community is a vibrant treasure that we think you'll want to call home!

Pay

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

Schedule

Full-time, 4-day work week.