Veterinary Medical Director

About the role

The Medical Director partners closely with hospital leadership to foster a strong sense of community, elevate medical quality, and support a thriving, clinician-driven environment. This role blends clinical leadership with strategic influence, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on both patient care and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold and advance medical quality standards, including patient care & safety and client & referring veterinarian satisfaction
• Support hospital-wide quality and operational initiatives
• Foster a collaborative, clinician-led culture and learning environment
• Lead clinician recruiting, engagement, and retention efforts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with referring veterinarians through practice visits, Continuing Education (CE) presentations and case consultations

About You

We're looking for a veterinarian who is:

• Experienced, self-motivated, and team-oriented
• A strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Passionate about mentorship, collaboration, and clinical excellence
• Comfortable engaging with both internal teams and external partners

About the Hospital

Our Richmond hospital is a 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility, featuring:

• Advanced imaging: 64-slice CT and on-site MRI
• Full surgical capabilities including orthopedic, laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, and arthroscopic procedures
• Comprehensive internal medicine services with endoscopy, ultrasound, and advanced diagnostics
• 24/7 emergency care alongside specialties including Neurology, Internal Medicine, and Avian & Exotics

Why Richmond, VA?

• Scenic views and outdoor activities along the James River
• A vibrant food and brewery scene
• Easy access to beaches, mountains, and major cities like Washington, D.C.
• Home to major universities, museums, and entertainment venues
• Convenient travel via Richmond International Airport

Pay

Competitive salary: Annual leadership stipend: Eligibility for production, sign-on bonus, and relocation support

Benefits

• Dedicated admin time to lead effectively without sacrificing work-life balance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans
• Parental Leave and Fertility plans
• Employer-paid short term, and long-term disability
• Outstanding technician support
• Regional Social Workers for YOUR support
• LYRA - confidential care for your emotional and mental health
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 3 FREE face-to-face visits with a specialist
• BluePearl Library – FREE access to 2,000+ veterinary and health science journals
• BluePearl Science – participate and learn from ongoing clinical studies at BluePearl
• BluePearl University – our own built-in learning management system
• RECOVER CPR certifications – FREE
• BluePearl Pet Care Benefits (BluePearl Plan and TruPanion Insurance)
• Additional Associate Discounts: pet supplies, Royal Canin pet food, Mars candy products, cell phone, car purchase, car rental, travel, and more
• Annual company store allowance
• FREE membership to VetGirl, VetFolio, OntheFloor@Dove