Medical Director Veterinarian

Job overview

The Medical Director Veterinarian role is onsite in Nashville, TN, at a hospital scheduled to open in March 2027; compensation is not specified. GoodNeighbor Animal Hospital is building a neighborhood-centered small-animal practice focused on care for pets and families. As the founding medical leader, the veterinarian will provide clinical care while establishing medical standards, shaping hospital operations, and mentoring the team. The role contributes to consistent, evidence-based care and the development of the hospital’s culture and future operating model.

What you'll do

• Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care
• lead by example in evidence-based medicine
• mentor and develop associate veterinarians and support staff
• ensure consistent medical standards and patient care
• partner with hospital leadership on growth and operations
• foster learning, accountability, and teamwork
• build relationships with clients and the community.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical director veterinarian

nashville tn

animal health partners

goodneighbor animal hospital

small animal practice

veterinary medicine

medical leadership

team mentorship

hospital opening march 2027

four clinical days per week

one saturday every four weeks

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Sign-on bonus
• relocation assistance
• student loan repayment support
• Medical Director stipend
• long-term incentive opportunities
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• paid time off and holidays
• employee assistance and mental health support
• continuing education allowance
• licensing and professional membership reimbursement
• pet benefits.

Why this role

Founding leadership role for a hospital opening in March 2027; schedule includes four clinical days per week and one Saturday every four weeks.

About the employer

Animal Health Partners is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.