Global Talent Partners is delighted to represent an established small-animal hospital in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, seeking a Medical Director to lead its clinical team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian looking to step into a leadership position while maintaining a clinical caseload, with a four-day work week, no on-call, strong technician support, and genuine autonomy over the medical direction of the hospital. The Hospital This full-service small-animal practice provides comprehensive care within a supportive and collaborative environment focused on high-quality medicine, professional development, and excellent patient and client care.

The hospital offers:

Wellness and preventive medicine Dentistry Soft-tissue surgery Care for select small exotic species Dedicated surgical suite Pre-operative assessment and post-operative monitoring In-house laboratory Digital radiography Digital dental radiography ECG Electronic anaesthesia monitoring On-site pharmacy and prescription diets Experienced technician team Strong nursing and patient care support Technician support with anaesthesia monitoring, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education The hospital provides a predictable daytime schedule and has established weekday hours with regular Saturday availability for clients. Compensation & Benefits Base salary up to $190,000 Up to $75,000 sign-on bonus Production bonus with no negative accrual Four-day work week No on-call Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Generous paid time off and paid holidays Paid parental leave Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time Professional development and mentorship programmes Paid state licensure and DEA Professional liability coverage Employee assistance and mental wellbeing resources Employee pet care discounts Relocation assistance available The Location Hopkinsville offers affordable small-city living with easy access to larger regional hubs and a strong local community.

The area offers:

Cost of living well below many larger US metro areas Close proximity to Fort Campbell Strong manufacturing and food-production industries Local healthcare and educational resources Hopkinsville Community College and access to nearby universities Revitalised downtown with local restaurants, businesses, murals, and community events Museums and family-friendly attractions Local festivals and sporting events Easy access to lakes, trails, and outdoor recreation Pennyrile Forest State Resort Park and other nearby outdoor destinations The Role As Medical Director, you will provide clinical leadership while continuing to maintain a hands-on caseload.

Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining a clinical caseload across general practice Providing wellness, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery Upholding high clinical standards and medical protocols Supporting the continued development of the hospital's medical offering Reviewing medical records and ensuring appropriate clinical standards Overseeing controlled substance protocols and regulatory compliance Mentoring and coaching Veterinarians and support staff Supporting DVM recruitment and participating in candidate interviews Working with hospital leadership on budgeting, inventory, and equipment requirements Monitoring key performance indicators alongside hospital management Supporting excellent client communication and addressing escalated concerns Ensuring compliance with Kentucky regulations, OSHA, and applicable standards Helping foster a positive, collaborative team culture You will have the opportunity to shape the clinical direction of the hospital while remaining actively involved in patient care. #

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