Medical Director
Compensation
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Job Description
About Our Clinic
Whole Pet Veterinary Center is a well-established hospital in Westford, MA, proudly holding a 4.7-star Google rating and providing fear-free veterinary care. We’re seeking a Medical Director to lead our experienced, collaborative team while continuing to practice hands-on medicine.
This is an opportunity to shape medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, and support a team dedicated to exceptional care for patients and their families. Experience with or an interest in treating exotics alongside small animals is welcome!
Westford is a charming New England town offering a welcoming community, beautiful outdoor spaces, and a balance of small-town charm and modern conveniences. Located just 35 miles northwest of Boston, Westford provides easy access to city amenities while maintaining a peaceful, suburban atmosphere.
Check us out at: wholevets.com
- Clinic Snapshot
- Practice type: Small animal general practice + exotics
- Avg. daily patient volume: 14 patients per day
- Support staff ratio: 2:1 support staff to DVM
- Case mix: Wellness care and surgery, with a traveling ultrasonographer and cardiologist supporting advanced care
- Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, dental X-ray, in-house labs, and monitoring equipment
- Team culture: Experienced, collaborative team that enjoys practicing fear-free medicine
Position Summary
The Medical Director serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative team culture. You’ll lead by example through thoughtful clinical decisions, mentorship, and a commitment to helping doctors and support staff grow.
In alignment with AmeriVet’s vision for veterinary excellence, you’ll balance hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of your time providing direct patient care. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, you’ll guide medical standards, support hospital operations, and help the team achieve its patient care and practice performance goals.
Skills Necessary for Success
- Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex medical information clearly to clients and colleagues
- Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation skills
- Sound clinical judgment and thoughtful, well-informed decision-making
- Ability to lead medical quality initiatives, support practice performance, and guide continuous improvement
- Commitment to professionalism, respect, and courtesy in every interaction
Strong interpersonal and mentorship skills that build trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team
- Qualifications, Education, and Experience
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
- Active, unrestricted veterinary licensure in Massachusetts
- Active DEA registration for the responsible practice location(s)
- Any required state controlled substance, pharmacy, or other licenses and registrations
- A minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian
- At least one year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience preferred
- Commitment to a minimum of 35 hours per week
- Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
- We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
- $150,000 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
- Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
- Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Tired of the application process? Email Macy Walker at macy.walker@amerivet.com directly today!
At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.
- Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
- Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
- Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
- A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
- Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.
At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities
The Medical Director serves as the clinical leader, setting standards for medical quality and patient care while mentoring the veterinary team. You will balance hands-on clinical practice with leadership duties, including operational support and performance management.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree with an active, unrestricted veterinary license in Massachusetts. A minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience is required, with preference for prior leadership experience.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine — Physician Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$291k (506 salary observations; 1,532 listings), vs ~$306k nationally (9,624 salary observations; 63,475 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.8 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 44 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $185k (middle half $150k–$194k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Massachusetts vs national | $291k median in Massachusetts | $306k nationally (−5%)506 state / 9,624 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Massachusetts index 105.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| All physician listings in Massachusetts | 635 active | 22,591 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Massachusetts physician listings (all specialties): 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 13% offer loan repayment635 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,282 in the last 30 days | 483 the 30 days before (+165%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
