Medical Director

Description Medical Director GoodNeighbor Animal Hospital Phoenix, AZ Opening March 2027 Full-Time | Small Animal Practice Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan repayment support, Medical Director stipend, and long-term incentive opportunities available. Help Build the Neighborhood Animal Health Team Phoenix Deserves At GoodNeighbor Animal Hospital, we're building a neighborhood-centered animal hospital designed around a simple belief: when veterinary teams thrive, pets and families receive better care. As we prepare to open our first Phoenix hospital in March 2027, we're seeking a Medical Director who wants to build something meaningful from day one. This is an opportunity to shape the culture, mentor a growing team, establish medical standards, and create a hospital that becomes a trusted part of the community. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who believes strong medicine, strong leadership, and a great life outside of work should exist together. Why This Opportunity Is Different As the founding Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to: • Establish medical protocols and standards • Partner in designing workflows and hospital operations • Mentor and develop future veterinary talent • Shape the client and team experience from day one • Build a collaborative, accountable, and positive hospital culture • Influence the long-term direction of a growing organization • Help create the model for future GoodNeighbor hospitals Your leadership will directly impact the success of the hospital, the well-being of the team, and the quality of care delivered to Phoenix's pet families. The Role As Medical Director, you will: • Deliver comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care • Lead by example in providing high-quality, evidence-based medicine • Support, mentor, and develop associate veterinarians and support staff • Ensure consistency in medical standards and patient care • Partner with hospital leadership to drive growth and operational excellence • Foster a culture of learning, accountability, and teamwork • Build meaningful, lasting relationships with clients and the community • Help create a hospital where both patients and team members thrive We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership, values mentorship, and wants to play a meaningful role in building a lasting organization. Schedule Designed for Balance We believe great leadership requires balance, which is why our doctors work: • 4 clinical days per week • Only 1 Saturday every 4 weeks • Predictable rotating schedules • Dedicated leadership time as the hospital grows • A fair and sustainable system that allows time for family, hobbies, travel, and recovery Benefits for You • Competitive base salary and transparent production compensation model • Medical Director stipend • Long-term incentive opportunity • Sign-on bonus • Relocation assistance • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401(k) • Paid time off and paid holidays • Employee Assistance Program and mental health support • Continuing education allowance • Licensing, DEA, and professional membership reimbursement • Leadership development and executive mentorship • Opportunities for future multi-site and regional leadership roles • No non-compete agreement Pet Benefits We care for the pets of the people who care for ours. Each employee receives coverage for two personal pets, including: • Examinations • Routine diagnostics • Vaccinations • Parasite prevention • Heartworm prevention • Purina maintenance diet Neighbor in Need Fund Every GoodNeighbor veterinarian receives a $2,500 annual "Neighbor in Need" stipend to help clients access care when finances become a barrier. No committee, no barriers, no guilt, just trust in your professional judgment to help pets receive the care they need. Practice Where You Belong If you're looking for the opportunity to lead, mentor, and build a hospital from the ground up while practicing exceptional medicine in a supportive environment, we invite you to join us. Strong medicine should feel human. Honest guidance should feel clear. A veterinary career should still leave room for a life. Apply today and help us build the animal health team every neighborhood deserves.