Medical Director, Cocoa Veterinary Hospital

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Medical Director | Cocoa Veterinary Hospital | Cocoa, FL

Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced and compassionate Medical Director to lead our growing team in Cocoa, Florida. This is an exciting opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about practicing high-quality medicine while mentoring others, fostering a collaborative culture, and helping shape the future of a thriving hospital.

Our hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care while creating an environment where doctors and support staff are empowered to grow professionally, deliver outstanding patient care, and build lasting client relationships. As Medical Director, you'll partner with hospital leadership to drive medical excellence while continuing to practice medicine alongside a talented and supportive team.

About Our Practice

Cocoa Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice providing comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotics. Our modern facility is equipped with advanced medical, surgical, and dental capabilities, allowing our team to deliver personalized care for a wide range of patient needs.

We are committed to clinical excellence, client education, and continuous learning, creating an environment where our Medical Director will have the opportunity to mentor fellow veterinarians, elevate medical standards, and support the continued growth of the practice.

  • Core Competencies
  • Veterinary Leadership
  • Medical Quality & Standards of Care
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Exotic Animal Care
  • Preventive Care & Wellness
  • Surgery & Dentistry
  • Diagnostic Interpretation & Case Management
  • Internal Medicine
  • Client Communication & Education
  • Team Development & Mentorship
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Practice Growth & Strategy

What You'll Do

  • Lead and uphold medical quality standards and best practices throughout the hospital.
  • Mentor and support associate veterinarians while fostering a collaborative learning environment.
  • Partner with the Hospital Manager to support recruiting, onboarding, and professional development.
  • Provide exceptional medical, surgical, and dental care to companion animals and exotics.
  • Collaborate with the veterinary team to deliver outstanding patient care and client service.
  • Guide clinical protocols, workflows, and medical decision-making.
  • Foster a positive, supportive culture that prioritizes teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
  • Balance leadership responsibilities while maintaining an active clinical caseload.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary plus Medical Director stipend
  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Flexible scheduling and excellent work-life balance
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
  • Generous PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave and bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance plus CE days
  • Leadership development and professional growth opportunities
  • Paid professional dues, DEA, license fees, and PLIT coverage
  • 401(k) retirement options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Supportive leadership team and collaborative culture
  • And more!

Qualifications

  • DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
  • Active Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
  • Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
  • Passion for high-quality medicine and coaching others
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and client relationship skills
  • Interest in helping grow the hospital while fostering a positive team culture
  • Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and client service
  • About Cocoa, Florida

Located along Florida's beautiful Space Coast, Cocoa offers the perfect combination of coastal living and small-town charm. Enjoy easy access to beaches, boating, fishing, surfing, and outdoor recreation, all while benefiting from year-round sunshine and a relaxed lifestyle just an hour from Orlando.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can influence hospital culture, mentor fellow veterinarians, and continue practicing exceptional medicine, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Cocoa Veterinary Hospital as our Medical Director and help lead a team dedicated to clinical excellence, collaboration, and compassionate veterinary care while enjoying the unmatched lifestyle of Florida's Space Coast.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will lead and uphold medical quality standards while mentoring associate veterinarians to foster a collaborative learning environment. They will also partner with hospital leadership to drive practice growth and provide exceptional clinical care to companion animals and exotics.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks18 jobs · 14 employers

Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,108 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Cocoa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$294k
Typical market rent
$1,873/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.0
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary plus Medical Director stipend
Quarterly production with no negative accrual
Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
Flexible scheduling
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave and bonding time
Annual CE allowance plus CE days