Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital 📍 Hickory, North Carolina Lead Medicine. Shape Strategy. Elevate Specialty & Emergency Care.
Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital is seeking an accomplished Medical Director to provide clinical leadership for our growing specialty and emergency hospital in Hickory, North Carolina.
This opportunity is ideal for a board-certified specialist or residency trained veterinarian with a strong background in specialty and/or emergency medicine and a passion for leadership. Whether you're looking to take the next step into hospital leadership or continue building on an established leadership career, you'll have the opportunity to influence medical excellence, mentor an exceptional team, and help shape the future of our hospital while maintaining an active clinical role.
The Medical Director serves as the clinical leader of the hospital, setting medical standards, supporting a collaborative culture, and partnering with hospital leadership to drive excellence in patient care, team development, and operational success. This is a hands-on leadership role with dedicated administrative time built into the schedule.
Qualifications
DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
Board-certified specialist or residency trained veterinarian with demonstrated expertise in specialty and/or emergency medicine will be considered
Active North Carolina veterinary license (or eligibility for licensure)
Previous leadership experience preferred, or a strong desire to grow into a medical leadership role
Commitment to evidence-based medicine and exceptional client communication
Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and developing high-performing teams
Key Responsibilities
Provide medical leadership and oversight across emergency and specialty services
Establish and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices
Mentor and support veterinarians, interns, and support staff
Partner with hospital administration on strategic planning, recruiting, and growth initiatives
Maintain an active clinical caseload aligned with your expertise
Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing hospital culture
What We Offer
Base salary range of $180,000–$275,000, commensurate with specialty, experience, and clinical production, plus an additional Medical Director stipend
25% production model, no negative accrual
$100,000Sign-on bonus
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401(k) with company match
CE allowance with paid CE time
Paid parental leave and generous PTO
Professional autonomy with strong operational support
The opportunity to shape and grow specialty and emergency services in a key regional hospital
Why Carolina Animal Specialty and Emergency Hospital?
Established referral and emergency hospital serving western North Carolina
Advanced diagnostic equipment and modern facilities
Collaborative team of specialists, emergency clinicians, highly skilled technicians, and dedicated support staff
Strong leadership committed to high-quality medicine and sustainable practice
Located in Hickory, NC, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake Norman, Asheville, and Charlotte
Ready to Lead?
Whether you're a board-certified specialist or a residency-trained specialist with the leadership skills to guide a multidisciplinary team, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing specialty and emergency hospital.
Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.
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