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Florence, South Carolina

Medical Director Veterinarian | Equity/Ownership Opportunity

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

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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.

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

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 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, 80% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

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Benefits & Perks11 jobs · 10 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 6.1this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,022 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Florence

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$213k
Typical market rent
$1,525/mo
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 (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

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

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About Alliance Animal Health

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Benefits & Perks

$100K sign-on bonus
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