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• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Search Results Job Details Explore Location Medical Director
• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus Share Print Ruckersville Animal Hospital Barboursville, West Virginia, United States +3 Hollymead, Virginia, United States Ruckersville, Virginia, United States Stanardsville, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Medical Director
• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus Share Print Ruckersville Animal Hospital Barboursville, West Virginia, United States +3 Hollymead, Virginia, United States Ruckersville, Virginia, United States Stanardsville, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 14 hours ago Medical Director
• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus Share Print Ruckersville Animal Hospital Barboursville, West Virginia, United States +3 Hollymead, Virginia, United States Ruckersville, Virginia, United States Stanardsville, Virginia, United States (on-site) APPLY Job Duration Indefinite Salary $150,000.00
• $190,000.00 Employment sector Clinical Practice Min Experience 3-5 Years Min Education Doctorate/DVM Required Travel None Species Feline +1 Canine Salary
• Type Yearly Salary Type Full-Time Position Medical Director See more See less AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Medical Director
• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Medical Director
• New Hospital Management
• Flexible Scheduling Available | Ruckersville Animal Hospital
• Up to $190K & $150K Signing Bonus The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description Practice exceptional medicine with more room for life | Three
• or four-day and lifestyle scheduling options with no Saturdays or reduced Saturday rotations | Full-time (40-hour) compensation structure: $150K
• 190K base | Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $150K Position Overview We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director to join our team at Ruckersville Animal Hospital .

The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. With a new hospital management and leadership team in place, Ruckersville is entering an exciting new chapter. This is an opportunity for a Doctor who wants to practice with clinical autonomy, contribute to a positive medical culture, and play a meaningful role in the hospital's continued growth and success. Serving Ruckersville and the surrounding community since 1988, the hospital provides comprehensive care ranging from wellness and preventive medicine to dentistry and laser therapy in a modern, well-equipped facility. You care for pets. We care for you. Why You'll Love Working Here The opportunity to help shape the hospital's next chapter alongside a new Medical Director and leadership team Clinical autonomy and a commitment to high-quality medicine Modern, state-of-the-art facility An experienced veterinary and support team A trusted community presence dating back to 1988 (38+ years!) Flexibility Options & Work-Life Harmony For Doctors interested in a different way to structure their role, Ruckersville offers flexible scheduling options, including: Three

• or four-day workweeks No Saturdays or reduced Saturday rotations Lifestyle scheduling that creates more room for family needs, CE, academic interests, or other commitments If flexibility is important to you, we'll work together to explore a schedule that aligns with how you want to work.

Compensation for other schedule options will be commensurate with hours worked. Full benefit packages are available for schedules of 30+ hours per week. Select benefit packages are available for part-time team members. What We Offer We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally.

Benefits include:

Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $150,000 Medical, dental, and vision insurance Competitive salary and Production Bonus

• no negative accrual option available Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster) 401(k) with discretionary contribution Team Member Pet Discounts Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP CE stipends and career development resources Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship Local hospital culture backed by national resources Ready to take the next step?

Apply today. For questions or a confidential career conversation, contact Lindsay Aimar at laimar@petvetcarecenters.com. Key Responsibilities Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine Works toward making various services work as one team In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment Sees patients and handles clinical practice Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence Appropriately manages controlled drugs Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies Conducts regular doctor meetings Performs other duties as assigned by Manager Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions Develops medical policies Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum) Qualifications (Required) Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university Current State Veterinary License DEA registration must be obtained and maintained 3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice Strong diagnostic and clinical skills. Excellent surgical and dental skills. Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care. Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff. Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners. Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain. May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work. Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Pay Range (based on a full-time, 40-hour workweek) $150,000

• 190,000 USD About PetVet Care Centers Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage
• for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience
• every pet, every client, every time .

That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

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