Global Talent Partners is excited to present an opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian to step into a Medical Director position with a well-established small animal hospital in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity combining clinical autonomy, team development and medical leadership while allowing you to remain actively involved in patient care. With a four-day workweek, no on-call responsibilities and a sign-on bonus of up to $75,000, the position offers an attractive balance between career progression and life outside the hospital. About the Practice This full-service small animal hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical and preventative care alongside treatment for select small exotic pets. The hospital combines modern clinical resources with an experienced technician team, giving veterinarians strong support across appointments, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery and hospitalized patient care.
Services and capabilities include:
Wellness and preventative medicine Internal medicine In-house laboratory diagnostics Digital radiography Digital dental radiography Dentistry Soft tissue surgery Dedicated surgical suite Pre-operative assessment Post-operative patient monitoring ECG Electronic anesthesia monitoring Select small exotic animal care In-house pharmacy Prescription diets Client education and preventative healthcare The hospital's technician team plays an active role across anesthesia monitoring, surgical and dental assistance, diagnostics, patient nursing and client education, allowing veterinarians to focus more of their time on clinical decision-making and patient care. Doctors also benefit from a predictable daytime schedule, established weekday hours and regular Saturday availability for clients. The Opportunity This is a hands-on Medical Director position for an experienced veterinarian who wants greater influence over clinical standards, team development and the continued progression of the hospital while maintaining their own general practice caseload. You'll continue practicing across wellness medicine, diagnostics, dentistry and soft tissue surgery while providing medical leadership to the wider veterinary team.
Leadership responsibilities will include:
Establishing and maintaining high clinical standards Developing and reviewing medical protocols Supporting medical record quality and consistency Overseeing appropriate controlled substance procedures Mentoring and coaching veterinarians Supporting the development of technicians and clinical staff Leading DVM recruitment and participating in candidate interviews Partnering with hospital management on budgeting and inventory Evaluating equipment and clinical resource requirements Monitoring key hospital performance indicators Supporting regulatory and clinical compliance Addressing escalated clinical and client concerns Encouraging strong communication across the hospital Building a positive, collaborative team culture The position provides genuine scope to influence how medicine is delivered while still allowing you to remain closely connected to patients, clients and day-to-day clinical practice. You'll work a four-day week with no on-call responsibilities, providing a more sustainable schedule alongside the additional responsibilities that come with medical leadership. Compensation & Benefits Compensation up to $190,000 Sign-on bonus up to $75,000 Production-based bonus opportunities No negative accrual Four-day workweek No on-call Relocation assistance available Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Paid parental leave Generous PTO CE stipend Dedicated CE time Veterinary license support DEA registration support Professional Liability Insurance Employee assistance program Mental health and wellbeing resources Employee pet care discounts Life in Hopkinsville Hopkinsville offers an appealing combination of affordable small-city living, a strong local community and easy access to outdoor recreation. The city's economy includes manufacturing, agriculture and food production, while nearby Fort Campbell contributes to a strong military presence and a diverse local community. Downtown Hopkinsville continues to offer a growing mix of independent businesses, restaurants, community events and local attractions. Outside the city, Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and the wider Western Kentucky region provide access to hiking, lakes and year-round outdoor recreation. The area's comparatively affordable cost of living also makes Hopkinsville an attractive option for veterinarians looking to make their compensation go further. J906017 #