Medical Director Veterinarian - Friends, Family, Neighbors - Desert Tails Animal Clinic (Scottsdale, AZ)

Medical Director | Friends. Family. Neighbors. | Scottsdale, AZ Desert Tails Animal Clinic Scottsdale, Arizona Scottsdale offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, vibrant city amenities, and year-round sunshine. Whether you're exploring the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, enjoying Old Town Scottsdale's restaurants and art scene, or simply relaxing in one of the area's beautiful neighborhoods, Scottsdale delivers an exceptional quality of life. With easy access to Phoenix and endless opportunities for recreation, it's an ideal place to build both your veterinary leadership career and your life outside of work. Open: Monday-Saturday Work Week for This Role: Full-time. Four-day work week available with rotating Saturdays (approximately two per month). Friends. Family. Neighbors. That's not just a slogan at Desert Tails Animal Clinic—it's how we view every client, every patient, and every member of our team. We believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with meaningful relationships. Our clients trust us because we take the time to listen, educate, and partner with them throughout every stage of their pets' lives. Our team thrives because we support one another, communicate openly, and genuinely enjoy coming to work each day. If you're a collaborative veterinary leader looking to shape medical excellence while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine, we'd love to meet you. Make Desert Tails Animal Clinic Your Home Hospital Located in beautiful North Scottsdale, Desert Tails Animal Clinic is a full-service small animal hospital committed to providing compassionate, personalized care backed by modern medicine and advanced technology. As our Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead an experienced medical team while remaining hands-on in clinical practice. You'll help guide medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, collaborate with hospital leadership, and continue building the strong culture that has made Desert Tails a trusted part of the Scottsdale community. Supported by an experienced technician team, efficient workflows, and collaborative leadership, you'll have the resources to focus on exceptional medicine while helping shape the future of our hospital. What You'll Practice Our Medical Director enjoys a diverse and rewarding caseload that includes: Small animal general practicePreventive care and wellness medicineCompanion animal medicinePuppy and kitten careSenior pet careInternal medicine casesDermatology consultationsUrgent care and same-day appointments during regular business hoursClient education and relationship buildingEnd-of-life care and quality-of-life discussions Surgery Doctors interested in surgery will have opportunities to perform a variety of soft tissue procedures, including: Spays and neutersMass removals and biopsiesWound repairSplenectomiesExploratory proceduresOther routine soft tissue surgeries Dentistry We place a strong emphasis on oral health and provide: Professional dental cleaningsComprehensive oral health assessmentsDental radiographySurgical dental proceduresAdvanced dental treatments Why Veterinarians Love Practicing Here At Desert Tails Animal Clinic, relationships come first. Our clients are engaged, loyal, and committed to providing excellent care for their pets, allowing our veterinarians to build long-term partnerships and practice medicine the right way. As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to influence both patient care and hospital culture. You'll partner with hospital leadership to support doctor development, encourage medical collaboration, and foster an environment where continuous learning and teamwork thrive. Whether you're discussing a challenging medical case, mentoring fellow veterinarians, performing surgery, educating a first-time puppy owner, or supporting a family through a difficult decision, you'll have the support of an experienced team that genuinely enjoys working together. Our doctors enjoy a varied caseload that includes preventive care, internal medicine, urgent care, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, dermatology, and senior pet care, creating opportunities to continue growing professionally while making a lasting impact on both patients and teammates. Under the leadership of Dr. McKnight and an experienced support team, we're excited to welcome a Medical Director who shares our commitment to compassionate, high-quality companion animal medicine. Leadership Opportunity As Medical Director, you'll help shape the future of Desert Tails Animal Clinic by: Providing medical leadership and clinical guidanceMentoring and supporting associate veterinariansPromoting evidence-based medicine and medical excellenceEncouraging collaboration and positive team culturePartnering with hospital leadership on operational initiativesSupporting continued medical education and professional developmentHelping recruit, develop, and retain exceptional veterinary talentContinuing to practice medicine alongside the team This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys coaching others while remaining actively involved in patient care. Qualifications Required Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)Active Arizona veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start dateSuccessful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)Minimum of five (5) years of experience practicing small animal general medicineDemonstrated commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicineStrong communication, leadership, and client relationship skillsCollaborative, team-oriented leadership stylePassion for mentoring fellow veterinarians and supporting team developmentCommitment to delivering exceptional patient care and client service Preferred Previous experience serving as a Medical Director, Chief of Staff, or veterinary team leaderExperience mentoring veterinarians or leading medical teamsStrong interest in soft tissue surgery and veterinary dentistryExperience utilizing digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house diagnosticsPassion for client education, preventive care, and lifelong patient relationships Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary commensurate with experienceMedical Director leadership compensationQuarterly production bonuses with no negative accrualSign-on bonus and relocation assistance availableMedical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) optionsGenerous paid time off with rolloverPaid parental leave and bonding timeContinuing education allowance plus CE daysLeadership development opportunitiesProfessional development supportPaid professional dues and PLIT401(k) optionsPersonal pet discountsPlus more Why Scottsdale? Scottsdale is consistently ranked among the most desirable places to live in the Southwest, offering an exceptional combination of outdoor recreation, culture, dining, and career opportunities. Enjoy Hiking and mountain biking in the McDowell Sonoran PreserveWorld-class golf courses and outdoor recreationOld Town Scottsdale's dining, nightlife, and arts sceneLuxury shopping and entertainmentBeautiful neighborhoods and highly rated schoolsEasy access to Phoenix Sky Harbor International AirportMore than 300 days of sunshine each year Join Our Team If you're searching for a Medical Director opportunity where you can lead an exceptional veterinary team, practice high-quality medicine, mentor fellow doctors, and help shape the future of a hospital that truly believes in treating everyone like friends, family, and neighbors, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and discover why Desert Tails Animal Clinic has become a trusted part of the Scottsdale community. Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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