Medical Director - Queens - Bayside

Medical Director

$170,000 - $200,000

Why Join Bond Vet?

We know you’re busy, so let’s cut to the chase. We’re veterinary-led at every level and sustainability is our priority — we take care of our vets so you can take care of the pets you see everyday. 

We are seeking a Medical Director to serve as the clinical leader, ensuring patients receive a high standard of care and that Clinic team members work collaboratively in a positive workplace environment.  The Medical Director is client-oriented, an excellent communicator and a natural mentor to all members of their team. 

The Medical Director partners with their Clinic Manager to ensure the holistic success of their Clinic.

In addition to these leadership duties, the Medical Director fulfills the responsibilities of an Associate Veterinarian.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Pay: $170,000 - $200,000 (based on experience)
  • Additional Compensation: Up to $15,000 yearly stipend paid out with the normal payroll cycle.
    • Does not count towards production.
  • Quarterly Performance Bonus 
  • ProSal with no negative accrual — giving doctors the opportunity to grow their earnings without the stress of carrying a deficit forward.
• Work-Life BalanceNo overnight shifts - No on call
  • Schedules released at least one month in advance
  • Flexible Scheduling Options
  • In-Clinic Pet Care Discount
  • Generous Employee Referral Bonus (up to $8,000)
• Comprehensive Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
  • Mental health support programs
  • 401(k) with partial employer match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Pet Bereavement Leave
• Mentorship & Growth:
  • Personalized training and mentorship plans 
    • Interested in advancing your dentistry skills? We'll prioritize attendance at our dental training labs in our national training center. 
    • Want to say yes to that client that needs a cystotomy performed on their pet? We'll share access to our 3D immersive training library and schedule a time when we can perform it together.  
    • Tell us how you'd like to grow and we will work with you to get you there.  
  • Board-certified specialists whom you can reach out to for expertise on any case.
  • Opportunities for growth 
  • Up to $3,000 CE Stipend + Additional CE Time Off
  • Internal Bond Vet Team RACE-approved CE. 
    • If you didn’t want to, you’d never have to attend CE outside Bond Vet’s Bond Academy - there’s more than enough CE to attend!
• Other Perks - At Bond Vet, we believe the little things matter. We’ve designed our clinics and team experience to make everyday work life more comfortable, supportive, and fun.
  • A Fur-ever Home Feeling: A welcoming, supportive culture where people—and their pets—truly belong. 🐾
  • FIGS Scrubs Provided: Premium FIGS scrubs supplied by us and laundered in-clinic so you can focus on patients, not laundry.
  • Stocked Pantries: Snacks, drinks, and essentials always available to keep you fueled during shifts.
  • Weekend Team Lunch: Free lunch provided for clinic teams on weekends.
  • Stocked Bathrooms: Thoughtful essentials like pads, tampons, deodorant, hair ties, and other toiletries available when you need them.
  • Bond Swag Credit: Credit to the Bond swag shop so you can rep the brand you’re proud to be part of.
  • Pet & Chosen Family Bereavement Leave: Time to grieve and care for what matters most.
  • Leadership That Sets Us Apart: Our leaders are hands-on, supportive, and invested in your growth.
  • Support near and far. We have a highly-skilled remote team of nurses to lend support with client needs, triaging cases, and assisting with day-to-day tasks when things get busy in the clinic.
  • Direct communication with leadership and influence over policies. If you’re thoughtful, we’re listening — let’s build a better vet clinic together.

Responsibilities 

• Ensures the delivery of the highest quality (safe, effective, patient and client centered, timely, efficient and equitable) veterinary care by all team members
• Mentors and develops Associate Veterinarians to be their best through side-by-side coaching, feedback sessions and regular case discussions
• Participates in a Performance Improvement Process to address performance issues if and when they arise within their team, thereby maintaining a high performing team
• Organizes and conducts regular doctor and team meetings to foster and strengthen positive hospital culture
• Acts as a thought partner and contributes to the development of new practice protocols and guidelines and implements them in an efficient and engaging way
• Partners with Clinic Manager in delivering an excellent client experience including the handling of client complaints when applicable
• Participates in talent acquisition efforts for Doctors and, when appropriate, support staff to ensure the recruitment of the highest caliber of veterinary talent
• Creates and maintains the Clinic Doctor Schedule to balance the needs of the hospital and of their Associate Veterinarians
• Acts as an ambassador of Bond Vet within the veterinary community and the public at large

Skills of this leader include;

• Adaptable- A lifelong learner who is continuously developing the skills and perspective required to meet the needs of the team and hospital. 
• Business acumen - Comfortable with financial conversations and how good business is related to good medicine
• Client Focused - Acts with both external and internal Customers in mind.  Uses Client feedback to improve service
• Communication Skills - Communicates clearly in both verbal and written formats
• Conflict Management - Doesn’t shy away from healthy conflict and can settle disputes equitably
• Developing Direct Reports - Has an awareness of the aspirations and development goals of those on their team and can push them to take on challenging tasks and assignments to support their growth
• Directing Others - Sets clear expectations and distributes workload in a way that is equitable and challenging and maintains communication about work and results
• Drive for Results - Takes initiative. Can be relied upon to meet or exceed objective goals. When something is not working well, able to take the lead in troubleshooting/working on solutions as well as contacting the next level up for help. 
• Effective Teambuilder - Blends individuals’ strengths and creates a strong Team spirit.  Frames success in terms of the whole Team.  Fosters openness and a sense of belonging
• Hiring & Staffing - Is effective at evaluating potential candidates and selects only the strongest fits for the organization
• Managing Vision & Purpose - Communicates vision in a way that is inspiring to those on their team.  Breaks larger goals into chunks to celebrate and encourage progress and momentum.  Understands what motivates the members of their team and uses this knowledge to create a climate of excellence
• Peer Relationships - Is able to quickly build strong relationships with team members both new and established.  Is collaborative; can solve problems in a way that is fair to other groups.  Can deliver candid feedback in a way that is well received
• Prioritization - Good time management skills. Able to determine which issues require immediate attention and action.  
• Regulatory Compliance (DEA/State Practice Act) - has awareness of legal and regulatory requirements and ensures awareness and compliance of team members
• Safety Management - fosters a culture committed to the safety of team members, pets and clients
• Self Aware. Has self knowledge of strengths and weaknesses. Proactively seeks out feedback from team members and peers and develops action plans to address any concerns that arise. 
• Veterinary Quality - Understands the factors that contribute to overall Quality of Care and works successfully to fortify them throughout their Clinic 

Qualifications

• Veterinary Medical Degree (DVM/VMD or foreign equivalent)
• State licensure that is in good standing OR eligibility for such licensure.  To include all states for clinics under supervision.
• DEA licensure and Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) certificate if needed for all states for clinics under supervision.  
• 3-5+ years of clinical veterinary experience preferred
• 1+ years of Leadership Experience preferred

Currently working elsewhere? We get it - the vet world is small. We’re committed to a confidential and positive experience. Just looking to chat? Let’s grab a coffee or hop on the phone. Email our Team at recruiting@bondvet.com