Veterinarian Medical Director | Small Animal + Exotic Practice
Listed compensation
$140K - $180K
Listing transparency3 of 6 stated
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Make more meaningful moments at Allentown Animal Care! [https://www.aacexotics.com/]
- Medical Director | Leadership Development Available
- Small Animal (Exotics Welcome) | GP + Surgery
- Allentown, PA
Allentown Animal Care in Allentown, PA, is seeking a Medical Director to lead our team. We are a well-established practice that offers comprehensive veterinary care for a wide variety of species, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our clinic is renowned for its compassionate care, cutting-edge technology, and a team of highly trained professionals who are committed to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine. As Medical Director, you'll continue practicing exceptional medicine while mentoring doctors, partnering with an experienced leadership team, and helping guide the medical direction of a hospital where your voice truly matters. Whether your passion is surgery, exotics, mentorship, or elevating clinical standards, you'll have the support and autonomy to make a lasting impact. If you've been looking for the opportunity to lead a hospital without sacrificing the medicine you love, this could be the role you've been waiting for.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
* Diverse Caseload: Gain experience with a wide range of species, from dogs and cats to exotic pets like birds, reptiles, and small mammals.
* Mentorship and Growth: Benefit from a supportive team environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development for both new graduates and experienced veterinarians.
* Advanced Technology: Work with state-of-the-art equipment, including digital radiology, ultrasound and advanced dental procedures, to provide the best care for your patients.
* Established Reputation, Endless Opportunity: Allentown Animal Care has deep roots in the community and a loyal client base. You'll inherit a respected hospital while having the opportunity to introduce new ideas, grow services, strengthen the team and continue elevating the level of care.
* Community Engagement: Join a clinic that is deeply committed to the community, providing compassionate care and engaging in local wildlife rescue efforts.
Life in Allentown, PA
Living in Allentown, PA, offers an exciting blend of urban amenities and natural beauty that caters to diverse lifestyles. As Pennsylvania's third-largest city, Allentown boasts a rich history, vibrant culture, and a dynamic arts scene. With numerous parks and recreational facilities, outdoor enthusiasts can explore miles of trails, scenic rivers, and green spaces right in the city's backyard. Allentown's central location in the Lehigh Valley provides easy access to major metropolitan areas like Philadelphia and New York City, making it ideal for commuters.
The Allentown Animal Care+ CVP Difference
We’re part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) fam, a veterinarian-led network that believes in freedom, support, and growth. That means:
* Creative Compensation Packages: Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations and never include negative accrual.
* Expansive Network: Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
* Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision + 24/7 Mental Health Support – Because you deserve to be taken care of, too.
* Clinical Autonomy: Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team that has your back.
* Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship: Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand. We create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.
Additional Benefits of Our Community
* Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
* No Negative Accrual — ever. Monthly Bonus and Reset.
* Generous PTO, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
* Annual CE allowance + paid CE time off
* Paid licensing and fees (state license, DEA, AVMA PLIT, VIN & more)
* Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 24/7 mental health support
* 401(k) with match + Equity Opportunities
* Pet care discounts + Most IDEXX labs free - because your own pets deserve great care, too
* Team recognition and incentive programs that celebrate all hospital team members monthly
Want to Fall in Love with Veterinary Medicine Again?
At Allentown Animal Care, you’ll practice meaningful medicine, build lasting client relationships, and be supported by a team that genuinely cares — about you, your growth, and your wellbeing.
CVP does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead the medical team and guide the clinical direction of the hospital while continuing to practice exceptional medicine. Responsibilities include mentoring doctors and partnering with leadership to elevate clinical standards.
Requirements
Seeking a veterinarian capable of managing a diverse caseload including small animals and exotics. The candidate must possess leadership capabilities to mentor staff and oversee hospital operations.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 10+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 54% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $164k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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