Medical Director Veterinarian

Medical Director Veterinarian

Sunset Animal Clinic | Miami, FL

Lead with Purpose. Practice Progressive Medicine. Inspire the Next Generation.

Sunset Animal Clinic, a well-established small animal hospital serving the Miami community since 1970, is seeking an experienced Medical Director Veterinarian (DVM) to lead our collaborative team while continuing to practice exceptional companion animal medicine.

This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys leadership, mentorship, high-quality medicine, and practice growth. As Medical Director, you'll partner with hospital leadership to uphold medical excellence, mentor fellow veterinarians, foster a positive team culture, and help shape the future of our practice.

About Our Practice

Sunset Animal Clinic provides personalized veterinary care for dogs and cats with a strong focus on preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client communication. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care while building lasting relationships with our clients and patients.

What You'll Do

• Lead and mentor a team of veterinarians
• Practice high-quality small animal medicine and surgery
• Promote medical excellence and best practices
• Partner with hospital leadership to support growth and team development
• Foster a collaborative, positive hospital culture

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school
• Active (or eligible) Florida veterinary license
• 5+ years of small animal clinical experience preferred
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience preferred
• Strong communication, medical, and surgical skills
• Passion for mentoring and progressive, evidence-based medicine

Core Competencies

• Veterinary Leadership
• Medical Director
• Small Animal Medicine
• Companion Animal Care
• Preventive Medicine
• Surgery
• Dentistry
• Internal Medicine
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Client Communication
• Team Development & Mentorship
• Hospital Operations
• Collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus production
• Medical Director stipend
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• DEA, licensing, AVMA dues, and VIN membership reimbursement
• Leadership development opportunities
• Employee pet care discounts

Join Our Team

If you're a collaborative veterinarian looking to grow as a Medical Director while practicing outstanding medicine, we'd love to connect. Join Sunset Animal Clinic and help lead a trusted veterinary hospital dedicated to exceptional patient care, team development, and serving the Miami community.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location. Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

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