Job Description

Job Description

Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director
\n North Country Veterinary Services – Pulaski, NY
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Shape the future of veterinary care in the North Country

Are you a compassionate, experienced veterinarian ready to\nlead a dynamic, collaborative team? North Country Veterinary Services is\nseeking a Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director to guide our\nwell-established, nine-doctor mixed animal practice in beautiful upstate New\nYork. Primarily focused on small-animal care, this leadership opportunity also\nvalues candidates who bring insight or background in mixed animal medicine.”

Why North Country Veterinary Services?

We’re not just a practice, we’re a\ncommunity built on collaboration, innovation, and a passion for veterinary\nmedicine. We’ve recently completed a major facility renovation to enhance both\npatient care and team experience. 

Our updated space now includes:

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• Two new exam rooms for a total of six, increasing\n patient access and efficiency
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• A dedicated dental suite to support high-quality oral\n care
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• A recovery room and comfort room for compassionate\n patient and client care
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• Purpose-built DVM workstations to support focus and\n collaboration
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• A modernized, open reception area to welcome clients
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• A brand-new staff break room designed for rest and\n recharging
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• A fully equipped isolation ward for safe infectious\n disease management
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• All new cabinetry, flooring, ceiling, and painting\n throughout the building
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What Sets Us Apart

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• A diverse and supportive team of veterinarians (2–39\n years of experience)
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• Licensed technical staff trained in dentistry,\n surgery, ultrasound, acupuncture, and therapeutic laser
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• Strong emphasis on collaboration, mentorship, and\n high-quality medicine
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• Broad, interesting caseloads and in-house diagnostics\n with access to external labs
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• A welcoming, community-focused culture
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Medical Director – Job Description

As Medical Director, you will lead both clinical and\noperational excellence in our practice. Responsibilities include ensuring high\nstandards of patient care, mentoring veterinary teams, and developing hospital\nprotocols that support compliance and client education.

You’ll collaborate with the Hospital Manager on financial\nperformance, staffing, and strategic planning—overseeing budgets, KPIs,\nscheduling, recruiting, and team development. You'll also drive initiatives\nthat enhance efficiency, innovation, and growth.

Additionally, you'll support marketing and community\noutreach efforts, promoting client retention and practice visibility, while\nfostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

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• DVM or equivalent degree
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• Minimum 3 years’ experience
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• Licensure (or ability to obtain) in New York State
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• Primarily experienced in small animal practice, with\n knowledge of mixed animal medicine
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• Proven leadership or management experience preferred,\n but not required
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• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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• Commitment to team development, high medical\n standards, and community impact
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Compensation

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• Base salary range of $115K-$150K
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• Production-based bonuses
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• Generous signing bonus
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What We\nOffer

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• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and\n vision coverage
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• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability
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• 100% covered liability insurance
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• 401(k) with generous match
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• Paid vacation, sick leave, and continuing education\n time
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• CE allowance and full support for licenses and dues
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• Relocation assistance available
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Live and Work in the Beautiful\nNorth Country

Pulaski is nestled along the Salmon River, renowned for its\nsalmon and steelhead runs. The region is safe, affordable, and ideal for\nfamilies and outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy world-class fishing, hiking,\nsnowmobiling, and camping just outside your door. Nearby Syracuse offers\nvibrant city life, including concerts, dining, arts, sports, and top-tier\nhealthcare.

Ready to make a lasting impact on animals, people, and a\nthriving veterinary team?
\nApply now to join North Country Veterinary Services as our next Medical\nDirector.

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National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA 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, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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