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Alliance Animal Health
Florence, South Carolina

Medical Director Veterinarian | Equity/Ownership Opportunity

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120k-$150k

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Job Description

Company Description

Medical Director Veterinarian | Florence, South Carolina | $100K Sign-On Bonus | Equity Ownership Opportunity

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center in Florence, South Carolina is seeking a compassionate, motivated Medical Director Veterinarian to lead our growing small animal practice.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, team leadership, and practice growth. Equity and partnership opportunities are available for the right candidate who is interested in long-term ownership and shaping the future of the hospital.

About the Role

As Medical Director, you will have the opportunity to guide the clinical direction of the practice while continuing to practice excellent medicine. This role blends leadership, mentorship, and hands-on veterinary care in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Responsibilities Include

  • Providing high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care to small animal patients
  • Leading and mentoring associate veterinarians and support staff
  • Helping shape medical protocols and standards of care
  • Collaborating with hospital leadership on growth, culture, and strategy
  • Maintaining strong relationships with clients and the local community

This is an ideal position for a veterinarian ready to step into leadership or an experienced doctor looking for a pathway to ownership through equity and partnership.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary with production-based bonuses
  • Equity and partnership opportunity for long-term leadership
  • Relocation assistance
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and CE allowance
  • Professional liability coverage
  • Leadership support and autonomy to shape the practice

About Southern Paws Animal Medical Center

Southern Paws Animal Medical Center is a well-established companion animal hospital dedicated to delivering high-quality medicine with a personalized, compassionate approach. Our team values collaboration, client education, and creating a positive workplace culture where veterinary professionals can grow and thrive.

Why Florence, South Carolina?

Florence offers an excellent quality of life with the charm of a welcoming Southern community and convenient access to larger cities and coastal destinations.

Highlights of Living in Florence Include

  • Affordable cost of living and excellent housing options
  • A growing healthcare and professional community
  • Easy access to beaches in Myrtle Beach and Charleston for weekend getaways
  • Centrally located along the I-95 corridor, making travel throughout the Southeast convenient
  • A revitalized downtown with restaurants, breweries, local shops, and cultural events
  • Outdoor recreation including golf courses, parks, lakes, and nearby state parks
  • Family-friendly community with strong schools and local universities
  • Florence combines the pace and affordability of a smaller city with access to major regional destinations, making it an appealing place to build both a career and a life.

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a leadership role with real ownership potential, Southern Paws Animal Medical Center offers the opportunity to help shape a thriving practice while enjoying the quality of life that Florence, South Carolina provides.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. We look forward to meeting veterinarians who are excited to lead, grow, and become long-term partners in the future of our hospital.

Job Description

  • Medical Director Veterinarian
  • Proficient in general medicine and surgery

We Offer Our Veterinarians

Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy

  • Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)
  • Future Ownership Opportunities
  • Competitive Compensation
  • DVM Mentor Network
  • Paid CE Allowance & Professional Dues

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
  • Active veterinary state license
  • Current DEA License
  • USDA Accreditation
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Additional Information

We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit allianceanimal.com.

Compensation: USD 120000 - USD 150000 - yearly

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will lead the clinical direction of the practice, providing high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care to small animal patients. They are also responsible for mentoring associate veterinarians, shaping medical protocols, and collaborating with leadership on practice growth and culture.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineDentistryClinical protocolsPractice managementClient relationsStrategic planningSmall animal careStaff developmentMedical standards compliance

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $144k in an average-cost state. 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in South Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$120k–$150kVeterinary Medicine median $165k (middle half $155k–$175k)27 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$144k in purchasing powerSouth Carolina index 93.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in South Carolina85 active3,450 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 74% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusSouth Carolina healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 30% state a sign-on bonus · 7% offer loan repayment103 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,282 in the last 30 days483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs · 7 employers
4
<$140k
2
$140k-160k
1
$160k
2
$185k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 7 employers
Sign-on bonus
91% this job
CME allowance
82% this job
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Relocation assistance
55% this job
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Veterinarian - Medical Director - Relocation Assistance Available

Alliance Animal Health · Rochester, Minnesota, United States

$120k-$220k
#2

Veterinarian - Madera, CA

Vet Cor · Madera, California

$150k-$200k
#3

Veterinarian - Gloversville, NY

$130k-$185k
#4

Medical Director - Bell Ridge Animal Hospital

$170k-$185k
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
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About Alliance Animal Health

Veterinary Services
Rye Brook, New York
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary with production-based bonuses
Equity and partnership opportunity
Relocation assistance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Paid time off and CE allowance
Professional liability coverage
Leadership support and autonomy

Living in Florence

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$214k≈ 1.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,613/mo≈ 16% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
19 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
86.8
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Florence, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.