Medical Director

Position: Medical DirectorVeterinary Specialty Center of Newfoundland and LabradorMount Pearl Newfoundland and LabradorThis 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 youll 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 Canadas premier specialty Veterinary Specialty Centre of Newfoundland and Labrador is the provinces 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 cant 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 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 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 VetStrategyBy joining us youll be able to enjoy downtime experiencing a wide variety of activities in the St Johns 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 VetStrategyVeterinary 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 youre ready to lead an exceptional team while continuing to practice outstanding medicine wed love to hear from you. Please contact Nicole @ to apply.