Veterinarian

A full-service small animal hospital in Lakeland, TN is seeking a Medical Director to lead its veterinary team!

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This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to shape clinical standards, develop a team, and make a lasting impact on a respected general practice serving the Lakeland area of Memphis, and the wider Mid South.
Working closely with the Practice Manager and hospital leadership, you will guide medical standards, support hospital performance, and build a positive, collaborative culture. A key part of the role is recruiting and retaining great veterinarians, coaching and developing associates, and using data to guide decisions. Protected administrative time is built into the role so you can lead effectively whilst having dedicated time for clinic work.
The caseload is varied and rewarding, covering wellness and preventive care, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, rehabilitation, and urgent cases such as trauma, seizures, and GI emergencies. Flexible scheduling gives doctors autonomy over their procedural caseload and the freedom to work closely with clients on the best plan for every patient.
The hospital is impressively equipped with twelve exam rooms, four surgical tables, four dental stations, two treatment areas, hospitalization, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopy.
This is a full-time position, with a consistent 4-day work week and occasional weekends (finishing by 2pm). The clinic closes at 6pm with considered scheduling so you can routinely finish on time. There are no out of hours or on-call requirements to this position.
You will join a supportive, teaching focused team where veterinarians routinely help one another and mentor veterinary externs, all backed by a loyal and growing client base.
Key Highlights:Medical Director role at a full-service small animal hospital in Lakeland, TN$170K to $190K pro/sal plus stipend and elevated production %Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus and up to $25,000 retention bonusProtected admin time to focus on leadership and team developmentVaried caseload across wellness, surgery, dentistry, rehab, and urgent care12 exam rooms, 4 surgical tables, 4 dental stations, ultrasound, and endoscopyCollaborative, teaching focused team with a loyal, growing client baseFlexible scheduling with autonomy over your procedural caseload
About You:DVM or equivalent degree that allows you to practice veterinary medicine in the USYou hold (or are eligible for) a Veterinary State License in TennesseeActive DEA license or DEA licensure eligibleAt least 3 years of veterinary clinical experienceProven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a teamSound medical reasoning and strong medical ethicsPassionate about mentoring associates and building a team first cultureInterest in surgery and dentistry preferred, but not required
Benefits: xzbcwsv Base salary of $160,000 to $190,000Elevated production percentage with quarterly payoutsNo negative accrualMedical Director stipend with protected admin timeSign-on bonus of up to $50,000Retention bonus of up to $25,000 over three yearsHealth, Dental, Life, and Vision insuranceShort and long-term disability coverage401(k) with employer matchFree CE courses with competitive annual CE allowanceMental health support, including access to therapyPaid parental leave and pet adoption leaveSubsidized backup childcare and elder careFertility and family planning supportStudent loan support tools and assistanceEmployee discounts on pet careLeadership development program with dedicated mentor supportAnd more!
Next StepsIf you are interested, hit “Apply” or for a confidential chat to find out more, simply email or call the office at (332) 867 1807