Medical Director (Managing DVM)

Veterinary Medical Director (DVM) – Small Animal | Johns Island (Charleston), SC Sun Dog Cat Moon Veterinary Clinic Lead with Purpose. Practice Exceptional Medicine. Love Where You Live. At a glance: Full-time Medical Director · Johns Island, SC (greater Charleston) No after-hours emergency / no on-call (base + production + Medical Director stipend) · Sign-on bonus + relocation Are you a veterinarian who believes exceptional medicine comes from clinical excellence, collaboration, and individualized patient care? Sun Dog Cat Moon Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Medical Director to lead our small-animal team. Located just outside historic Charleston on beautiful Johns Island, Sun Dog Cat Moon is an established, highly respected small-animal (dog & cat) general practice offering a full spectrum of companion-animal care — preventive medicine, dentistry, surgery, and daytime urgent care — with the integrative therapies such as acupuncture and laser therapy. As Medical Director, you'll own the medical direction of a hospital known for thoughtful medicine, client education, and strong team relationships — with the autonomy to practice your way and the work-life experience of living in a coastal community.   Why Sun Dog Cat Moon? Established, community-focused practice serving Johns Island, Charleston, Kiawah, Seabrook, James Island, Mount Pleasant, and West Ashley Strong reputation for high-quality, compassionate companion-animal medicine and personalized care A full spectrum of care, with integrative therapies available alongside conventional medicine A tenured Practice Manager who runs day-to-day operations — so your focus stays on medicine and your team Opportunity to shape hospital culture, mentorship, and medical standards Leadership role with the support (and CMO/regional resources) of a growing veterinary organization Minutes from Charleston's beaches, waterways, dining, and historic downtown   What You'll Do Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care to companion animals Lead and mentor associate veterinarians and support staff Foster a positive, collaborative, growth-oriented hospital culture Set and uphold medical standards and drive patient outcomes Build lasting client relationships through education and communication Help guide strategic growth and future initiatives for the hospital Qualifications & Competencies What We're Looking For DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school Active South Carolina veterinary license (or ability to obtain one) A confident companion-animal clinician — open to first-time leaders; prior leadership preferred, not required Comfort with routine surgery and dentistry in general practice Strong communication, mentorship, and relationship-building skills Openness to integrative/complementary medicine is a plus, not a requirement   As Medical Director you'll receive: Competitive base salary plus production (ProSal) Medical Director Bonus Program Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match Generous PTO and paid parental leave CE allowance plus paid CE days AVMA, state VMA, DEA, and license reimbursement; VIN membership Short and long-term disability; professional liability insurance; EAP Employee pet-care discounts Leadership development and mentorship   Why Johns Island? Johns Island offers the perfect blend of Lowcountry charm and coastal living — easy access to Charleston's historic district, world-class restaurants, beaches, boating, and fishing, in one of South Carolina's fastest-growing and most desirable communities. Ready to Lead? Join Sun Dog Cat Moon and lead a respected companion-animal practice on the South Carolina coast.