Medical Director

Across Canada, VetStrategy is a network of veterinary practices united by a shared purpose: healthy animals, happy owners. We bring this to life through three promises: Our People Promise – To be a great place to work. Our Customer Promise – To deliver world-class veterinary care, locally. Our Sustainability Promise – To be a force for good. Guided by our values—We Care, We Dare, We Share—we prioritize well-being, embrace challenges, and foster collaboration. Rooted in passion and compassion, we support our people, patients, their families, and our communities. Humble and approachable, we achieve more together. Position: Medical Director Veterinary Specialty Center of Newfoundland and Labrador Mount Pearl, Newfoundland and Labrador This is an opportunity for an experienced specialist or emergency veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, mentorship, and building high-performing medical teams. As Medical Director, you'll continue practicing medicine while partnering with hospital leadership to guide medical quality, support our specialists and emergency clinicians, and help shape the future of one of Canada's premier specialty hospitals. The Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador is the province’s only specialty referral center and full-service emergency hospital. It was originally founded to make sure that no pet owner would have to leave the province to get the proper care their pet needs. We have the only board-certified radiologist in the province, regular locum board-certified surgeons, a CT scanner, as well as an MRI machine. We run a canine blood donor program and have the only ICU that is fully staffed 24 hours a day, Sunday – Thursday. When it comes to diagnosing and treating the pets of Newfoundland and Labrador, there is nothing we can't do! Through our comprehensive approach, we are able to provide the opportunity to practice gold standard medicine. As an emergency and referral hospital, our emergency department handles an exciting and diverse caseload, inspiring lifelong learning and growth. We are a hospital that cares strongly for our patients. Our motto is: expert care, close to home! About the Role • Champion clinical excellence and uphold the highest standards of patient care. • Mentor, coach, and support specialists, emergency veterinarians and developing clinicians. • Foster a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing medical culture • Partner with the Hospital Director on strategic planning, operational improvements, and hospital growth. • Develop medical protocols, SOPs, and best practices. • Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of veterinarians. • Lead doctor meetings and quality improvement initiatives. • Serve as Veterinarian of Record and ensure regulatory compliance. • Deliver an exceptional client and referral experience. • Remain an active clinician within your area of expertise. We're Looking For • DVM (or equivalent) eligible for licensure in Ontario. • Experience in a specialty or emergency hospital. • Demonstrated leadership or mentorship experience. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. • Strong emotional intelligence and collaborative leadership style. • Passion for coaching and developing veterinary professionals. • Commitment to exceptional patient care and client service. • Ability to balance clinical excellence with hospital performance and growth. What We Offer • Competitive compensation with production pay eligibility • Sign-on bonus • Relocation assistance • Generous Continuing Education allowance • Paid licensing, association dues, and conference fees • VIN membership • CoVet membership • Medical, dental, and vision benefits • RRSP matching program • Paid vacation • Paid wellness and sick days • Employee Assistance Program • Virtual healthcare • Professional liability insurance • Outstanding employee pet discounts • Teaching, mentorship, research, and CE opportunities • Career advancement within VetStrategy By joining us, you’ll be able to enjoy downtime experiencing a wide variety of activities in the St John’s area of Newfoundland. From hiking trails and other outdoor adventures, whale watching and historical sites, to a vibrant downtown area with world-renowned restaurants, a thriving arts community, and a varied social scene. About VetStrategy Veterinary Specialty Center of Newfoundland and Labrador is proudly part of the VetStrategy family, a 100% Canadian-operated network of veterinary hospitals committed to empowering veterinary teams, advancing clinical excellence, and strengthening the communities we serve. Interested? If you're ready to lead an exceptional team while continuing to practice outstanding medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact Nicole @ nicole.andrews@vetstrategy.com to apply. Do not miss out on this unique opportunity to join a fun and dynamic team! VetStrategy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please reach out to careers@vetstrategy.com.

The Medical Director will lead clinical excellence and mentor veterinary staff while partnering with hospital leadership on strategic growth and operations. They will also maintain an active clinical practice and ensure regulatory compliance as the Veterinarian of Record.

Candidates must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and be eligible for licensure in Ontario. Previous experience in a specialty or emergency hospital setting along with demonstrated leadership or mentorship capabilities is required.

• Competitive compensation • Production pay eligibility • Sign-on bonus • Relocation assistance • Continuing Education allowance • Paid licensing • Association dues • Conference fees • VIN membership • CoVet membership • Medical benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • RRSP matching program • Paid vacation • Paid wellness days • Paid sick days • Employee Assistance Program • Virtual healthcare • Professional liability insurance • Employee pet discounts

• Service à la clientèleSouhaitée
• CommunicationSouhaitée

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Veterinary medicine
• Clinical leadership
• Mentorship
• Team management
• Strategic planning
• Operational improvement
• Regulatory compliance
• Emergency medicine
• Specialty referral
• Communication
• Relationship building
• Emotional intelligence
• Medical protocols
• Quality improvement
• Staff recruitment
• Client service
• Board Certified In Radiology
• Virtual Health
• Board Certified/Board Eligible
• Talent Recruitment
• Emergency Veterinary Medicine
• Compassion
• Quality Improvement
• Research
• Teaching
• Blood Donation Drives
• Strategic Planning
• X-Ray Computed Tomography
• Customer Service
• Regulatory Compliance
• Intensive Care Unit
• Emergency Departments
• Emotional Intelligence
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Leadership
• Lifelong Learning
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging
• Employee Onboarding
• Relationship Building
• Coaching
• Professional Liability

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Medical Director
• Health Service Managers
• Medical and Health Services Managers

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

8 juin 2027

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine