Medical Director needed in Newport News, VA!
Blue River PetCarePosted 3 hours ago
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Job Description
Colony Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Director to join our small animal and exotic practice in Newport News, VA. Nestled in the southeast Tidewater region, we’re surrounded by beautiful beaches and just a short drive from the Appalachian Mountains and Washington, D.C. For more than 60 years, our AAHA-accredited hospital has been providing compassionate, elevated veterinary care to a loyal and long-established clientele.
About Us
Colony Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Medical Director to join our small animal and exotic practice in Newport News, VA. Nestled in the southeast Tidewater region, we’re surrounded by beautiful beaches and just a short drive from the Appalachian Mountains and Washington, D.C. For more than 60 years, our AAHA-accredited hospital has been providing compassionate, elevated veterinary care to a loyal and long-established clientele.
About Us
- Small animal and exotic practice with 55+ years of AAHA accreditation
- Equipped with modern diagnostics: digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house lab, digital dental radiography, video otoscope, cold laser therapy
- Loyal community reputation with deep roots spanning over six decades
- Collaborative environment where veterinarians have a voice in leadership and hospital goals
- Competitive compensation with production and Medical Director stipend
- Signing bonus and/or relocation assistance
- Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, PTO, CE allowance, 401(k) with match, dues/licensure reimbursement
- Opportunities to expand skills in surgery, ultrasound, and exotic medicine
- Provide medical leadership and mentor associate veterinarians
- Ensure high-quality patient care while balancing regulatory compliance
- Collaborate with the Practice Manager on operational and business initiatives
- Guide the hospital team in maintaining and growing specialized services
- Licensure to practice in Virginia (or ability to obtain)
- DEA license in good standing
- Ability and willingness to teach and mentor associates
- Fear Free Practices and/or Orthopedic experience is a bonus!
- Signing bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with shared premiums
- Practice-sponsored life insurance
- 401(k) eligibility with employer match
- Annual continuing education stipend
- Paid time-off for personal use and to attend CE
- In-house development programs for new graduates, experienced Associates, and Medical Directors
- Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with wellness initiatives
- Paid AVMA PLIT policy coverage
- Reimbursement of all licensure and DEA fees
- Reimbursement of professional membership dues
- Personal pet discounts