Veterinary Medical Director - Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine - Fountain Hills, AZ
El Dorado Animal Hospital is looking for Veterinary Medical Director - Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine - Fountain Hills, AZ in Fountain Hills, AZ.
This local job opportunity with ID 3706008530 is live since 2026-06-09 02:00:47.
Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD)
Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine El Dorado Animal Hospital Fountain Hills, Arizona
Lead Exceptional Medicine. Mentor Great Doctors. Shape the Future of a Growing Hospital.
El Dorado Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD) to lead our established, AAHA-accredited small animal practice in beautiful Fountain Hills, Arizona.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Medical Director, Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, or accomplished Associate Veterinarian ready to step into hospital leadership while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine.
As part of a planned leadership succession, you'll have the unique opportunity to build upon an already strong medical foundation while helping shape the next chapter of an impressive, modern veterinary hospital. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of doctors with diverse interests and skillsets who genuinely enjoy mentoring, teaching, and supporting one another.
If you're passionate about progressive medicine, advanced surgery and dentistry, mentorship, and creating an outstanding experience for both clients and team members, we'd love to meet you.
Why This Veterinary Medical Director Opportunity Stands Out
At El Dorado Animal Hospital, we believe leadership starts with excellent medicine, strong communication, and a commitment to helping both people and pets thrive.
We serve a clientele that actively seeks gold-standard veterinary care and values thorough diagnostics, advanced treatment options, and strong relationships with their veterinary team. Our doctors are supported by skilled technicians, modern equipment, and hospital systems designed to allow them to practice medicine at a high level.
As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to:
Practice Highlights
This position is available as part of a thoughtful succession plan for the current Medical Director, creating a unique opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to step into an established leadership role with support and continuity.
You'll work alongside doctors with a variety of interests and expertise who value collaboration, mentorship, and shared learning. The hospital itself is modern, expansive, and well-equipped, offering plenty of room for future growth and innovation.
Surgery & Dentistry
Our doctors enjoy a diverse and rewarding surgical caseload that includes:
Our dental program is supported by trained team members with specific expertise in dental anesthesia and patient care, allowing doctors to perform procedures efficiently and confidently.
What Kind of Veterinary Leader Will Thrive Here?
We're seeking a veterinarian who leads through collaboration, mentorship, accountability, and clinical excellence.
The ideal candidate:
Clinic, Equipment & Support Team
Our hospital is designed to support efficient, progressive veterinary medicine with access to advanced equipment and an experienced support team.
Facility & Equipment
Qualifications
Required
Our doctors are productive, efficient, and exceptionally well-supported to do their best work. Compensation is tailored to experience, leadership responsibilities, and schedule preferences.
Benefits may include:
Nestled against the McDowell Mountains, Fountain Hills offers stunning desert scenery, abundant outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere.
Residents enjoy hiking, mountain biking, golf, and year-round sunshine while remaining just minutes from Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
It's an ideal location for veterinarians seeking a balance of outdoor adventure, community connection, and access to world-class dining, entertainment, and professional opportunities.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a Veterinary Medical Director opportunity where you can practice progressive medicine, mentor veterinarians, influence hospital standards, and help lead an exceptional team, El Dorado Animal Hospital could be the perfect next step in your career.
Apply today and discover why so many veterinarians choose El Dorado Animal Hospital as their professional home.click apply for full job details
Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD)
Premium Facility, Progressive Medicine El Dorado Animal Hospital Fountain Hills, Arizona
Lead Exceptional Medicine. Mentor Great Doctors. Shape the Future of a Growing Hospital.
El Dorado Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director (DVM/VMD) to lead our established, AAHA-accredited small animal practice in beautiful Fountain Hills, Arizona.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Medical Director, Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, or accomplished Associate Veterinarian ready to step into hospital leadership while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine.
As part of a planned leadership succession, you'll have the unique opportunity to build upon an already strong medical foundation while helping shape the next chapter of an impressive, modern veterinary hospital. You'll work alongside a collaborative team of doctors with diverse interests and skillsets who genuinely enjoy mentoring, teaching, and supporting one another.
If you're passionate about progressive medicine, advanced surgery and dentistry, mentorship, and creating an outstanding experience for both clients and team members, we'd love to meet you.
Why This Veterinary Medical Director Opportunity Stands Out
At El Dorado Animal Hospital, we believe leadership starts with excellent medicine, strong communication, and a commitment to helping both people and pets thrive.
We serve a clientele that actively seeks gold-standard veterinary care and values thorough diagnostics, advanced treatment options, and strong relationships with their veterinary team. Our doctors are supported by skilled technicians, modern equipment, and hospital systems designed to allow them to practice medicine at a high level.
As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Lead a highly respected AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital
- Mentor and support fellow veterinarians
- Help guide medical protocols and standards of care
- Influence hospital culture and professional development
- Continue practicing medicine, surgery, and dentistry
- Collaborate with an experienced leadership team
- Shape the future vision of a beautiful, growing facility
Practice Highlights
- American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited practice
- Certified Cat Friendly Practice (CFP) through the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)
- Established small animal general practice
- Drop-off appointments and urgent care services
- Occasional emergency triage during regular business hours
- Internal medicine and dermatology services
- Advanced dentistry program
- Comprehensive companion animal medicine
- Strong surgical caseload
- Loyal, engaged client base seeking high-quality care
- Positive, collaborative hospital culture
This position is available as part of a thoughtful succession plan for the current Medical Director, creating a unique opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to step into an established leadership role with support and continuity.
You'll work alongside doctors with a variety of interests and expertise who value collaboration, mentorship, and shared learning. The hospital itself is modern, expansive, and well-equipped, offering plenty of room for future growth and innovation.
Surgery & Dentistry
Our doctors enjoy a diverse and rewarding surgical caseload that includes:
- Spays and neuters
- Mass removals and biopsies
- Intestinal, lymph node, liver, and tissue biopsies
- Foreign body surgeries
- Splenectomies
- Cystotomies
- Eyelid surgeries
- Enucleations
- Wound repair procedures
Our dental program is supported by trained team members with specific expertise in dental anesthesia and patient care, allowing doctors to perform procedures efficiently and confidently.
What Kind of Veterinary Leader Will Thrive Here?
We're seeking a veterinarian who leads through collaboration, mentorship, accountability, and clinical excellence.
The ideal candidate:
- Enjoys coaching and developing fellow veterinarians
- Leads by example and earns trust through action
- Values teamwork and open communication
- Practices high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Enjoys surgery, dentistry, and complex medical cases
- Builds strong client relationships
- Brings a positive, solution-oriented leadership style
- Supports professional growth and continuous learning
- Wants to help shape hospital culture and medical standards
Clinic, Equipment & Support Team
Our hospital is designed to support efficient, progressive veterinary medicine with access to advanced equipment and an experienced support team.
Facility & Equipment
- Three sparkling clean exam rooms
- Dedicated modern surgical suite
- Advanced anesthetic machines and multiparameter monitoring equipment
- Digital dental radiography
- Whole-body digital radiography
- Philips CX50 ultrasound
- Full in-house diagnostic laboratory capabilities
- Electrolyte and coagulation testing
- Cloud-based medical record system integrated with IDEXX diagnostics and imaging
- AI-assisted medical notes
- High staff-to-doctor ratio of approximately 3:1
- Four Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVTs)
- Experienced support staff committed to exceptional patient care
- Collaborative and highly engaged team culture
- Four-day work week
- Three consecutive days off each week
- Rotating Saturdays (approximately two per month)
- Hospital open Monday through Saturday
Qualifications
Required
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Active Arizona veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
- Successful completion of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE)
- Several years of experience in companion animal medicine
- Strong skills in surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and medical case management
- Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to mentor, coach, and support fellow veterinarians
- Passion for leadership, collaboration, and professional development
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Medical Director, Chief of Staff, Lead Veterinarian, or Medical Lead
- Experience in AAHA-accredited hospitals
- Interest in hospital operations, medical quality initiatives, and practice growth
- Experience with ultrasound, digital radiography, dental radiography, and advanced diagnostics
- Interest in developing clinical protocols and advancing medical standards
Our doctors are productive, efficient, and exceptionally well-supported to do their best work. Compensation is tailored to experience, leadership responsibilities, and schedule preferences.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive salary plus production bonus
- Leadership compensation opportunities
- Additional bonus opportunities
- Paid time off and holidays
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance
- Professional dues and license reimbursement
- Comprehensive medical insurance options
- Leadership development support
- Career growth opportunities
Nestled against the McDowell Mountains, Fountain Hills offers stunning desert scenery, abundant outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere.
Residents enjoy hiking, mountain biking, golf, and year-round sunshine while remaining just minutes from Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
It's an ideal location for veterinarians seeking a balance of outdoor adventure, community connection, and access to world-class dining, entertainment, and professional opportunities.
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a Veterinary Medical Director opportunity where you can practice progressive medicine, mentor veterinarians, influence hospital standards, and help lead an exceptional team, El Dorado Animal Hospital could be the perfect next step in your career.
Apply today and discover why so many veterinarians choose El Dorado Animal Hospital as their professional home.click apply for full job details