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Medical Director Veterinarian

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$145k-$175k

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Full-Time
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Not specified
Weekends
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Job Description

Medical Director Veterinarian – Animal Kindness Veterinary Hospital

Animal Kindness Veterinary Hospital | Las Vegas, NV

About Our Clinic

Animal Kindness, located in Las Vegas, NV is one of the top-rated veterinary clinics in the area with 30 years of clientele and a high number of new clients every week.

We offer services for both small animal and exotics, have a team of licensed techs and vet assistants who are knowledgeable and dedicated to the care of the patients, and we are closed on Sundays! Our appointments are between 15-20 pets per DVM day.

We fully support bilingual (Spanish speaking community) and truly enjoy providing care in an underserved community. We see urgent care cases and perform emergency surgery too. This is one truly special clinic and team is excited to add a new full-time Medical Director -Veterinarian to the team!

Clinic Snapshot

  • Practice type: Small Animal General Practice: Dogs, Cats & Exotic; Reptiles, Small Mammals, Poultry, Ferrets
  • Avg. daily patient volume: High technician support per doctor
  • Support staff ratio: Strong technician and assistant support per doctor
  • Case mix: preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics, and soft tissue surgery

Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, dental radiography, ultrasound, cold laser, surgical laser, surgical laser, and additional advanced clinical tools

Team culture: Kind, collaborative, supportive, medically progressive, and free of internal competition or burnout scheduling

  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $145,000 - $175,000 annual salary + production bonus
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded (Amerivet Careers)
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and up to $40k sign-on bonus available!
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You Are a Veterinarian Who Is

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Position Summary

The Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example—delivering high quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.

In alignment with AmeriVet’s strategic vision for veterinary excellence, the MD balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of their time providing direct patient care while also guiding medical quality and supporting the professional growth of the veterinary team. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice.

Responsibilities & Objectives

Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.

  • Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture in which:
  • Patient care and safety always come first
  • Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas
  • The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences

Coach, Mentor, and Manage Veterinarians, Ensuring They

  • Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care
  • Demonstrate excellent client communication and education
  • Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records
  • Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products
  • Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture
  • Receive regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability as needed

Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment.

Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.

Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.

Partner Closely with the Practice Manager To

Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities

Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.

  • Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control
  • Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team

Plan and Participate in Hospital-wide Meetings

Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals

Oversee the maintenance, and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance

Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community.

Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent.

Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of:

  • Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits
  • Controlled drug inventory, control and process
  • Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer

Actively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital.

Amerivet Ambassador: Responsible for being an advocate and representative in support of our goals and values by attending events, regular calls etc. as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.

Skills Necessary for Success

Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex medical information through multiple methods and settings.

Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation capabilities, enabling efficient and effective hospital operations.

  • Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and consistently make thoughtful, wellinformed decisions.
  • Serve as a visible clinical leader and key driver of practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions.

Highly developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
  • Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice.
  • Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s).
  • Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian.
  • Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.
  • Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

About the Area

Las Vegas, NV offers the ideal blend of suburban convenience, outdoor adventure, and proximity to Las Vegas energy. Whether you're exploring Red Rock Canyon, riding ATVs in the dunes, or enjoying water sports on Lake Mead, the lifestyle supports balance and sunshine year-round

Local Highlights Include

· Lake Mead (17 min) — boating, swimming, shoreline picnics, and relaxation

· Lake Las Vegas (15 min) — waterfront golf and dining

· Red Rock Canyon (40 min) — hiking, biking, scenic drives

· Ethel M Chocolate Factory Cactus Garden (4 min)

· Lion Habitat Ranch — home to retired MGM lions (4 min)

· Las Vegas entertainment, concerts, dining, and shopping (under 30 min)

A beautiful place to grow your career—and actually enjoy your days off

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

  • Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at joshua.jones@amerivet.com anytime.
  • Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

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Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director serves as the clinical leader, setting medical quality standards and fostering a collaborative team culture. They balance hands-on patient care with leadership duties, including mentoring associate veterinarians and overseeing hospital operations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree and possess an active, unrestricted state license. A minimum of 3-5 years of practicing experience is required, with preference for prior leadership experience.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipTeam managementEmergency medicineMedical record keepingInventory managementStaff trainingStrategic planning

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 70% have no call, 57% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 22.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$160k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $160k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$160k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

2.8/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes weekends

Living in Las Vegas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$403k
Typical market rent
$1,712/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Relocation assistance