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Animal Shelter/Clinic - Veterinary Medical Director (Relocate to Florida)

Chicago, ILHealthcare services$160,000 - $200,000
Job Summary

Our Animal Shelter/Veterinary Clinic on Florida's west coast is expanding and in need of an experienced and passionate Veterinary Medical Director. If you are qualified and driven to lead a first in class shelter medical program and build a great team from the ground up for this brand-new state-of-the-art shelter and clinic, we'd like to speak with you today!


Veterinary Medical Director Benefits

  • Relocation assistance
  • Health, dental, vision, life, personal liability Insurance
  • 4 weeks Paid Time Off
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Free and discounted clinic services for personal pets and other perks


Veterinary Medical Director Responsibilities

  • Create and implement medical protocols and guidelines
  • Lead, manage, and consult the team on treatment plans for animals in our care
  • Provide high quality veterinary medical and surgical care in accordance with ASV guidelines including but limited to spay & neuter surgeries, dental radiography, exploratory laparotomies, tumor removal, amputations, and more
  • Ensure that all state and federal laws, regulations, and standards regarding veterinary operations, drug control, and high quality veterinary medicine are adhered to
  • Work with professional consultants to establish future scope of shelter work
  • Serve as part of the Executive team, collaborate to develop budgets and track progress towards growth goals
  • Practice compassionate care for animals in our care and help create a culture encourage where staff do the same


Veterinary Medical Director Requirements

  • 5 years in similar role
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree or equivalent from an accredited University
  • Certificate in shelter medicine highly preferred
  • Valid Florida State Veterinary license required
  • Valid DEA license, or ability to obtain one
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