Description

Medical Director Veterinarian | Companion Animal Hospital | $50k Sign-On Bonus!!!

At Companion Animal Hospital in Rochester, New York, we are a small, collaborative general practice focused on providing compassionate, high-quality care to pets and the people who love them. Our experienced, adaptable team works closely together and is committed to continuing to evolve our medicine, clinical standards, and hospital processes.

Companion is actively developing updated SOPs and working toward a Fear Free Certified team. The hospital also offers a unique connection to behavioral medicine and nearby rehabilitation services, creating an environment where an incoming Medical Director can have a meaningful influence on the future of the practice.

About You

As the Medical Director, you will serve as the clinical and cultural leader of the hospital, partnering closely with the Practice Manager and Thrive leadership to guide medical standards, support team development, and drive sustainable hospital performance. This role blends hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, allowing you to shape the future of the hospital while continuing to practice high-quality medicine.

Hours: Monday and Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The preferred doctor schedule is Tuesday through Friday, with flexibility for a three- or four-day workweek.

About the Role

As a key leader within the hospital, the Medical Director plays a critical role in setting the medical vision, maintaining standards of care, and cultivating an engaged and high-performing veterinary team. You will collaborate with hospital and regional leadership to implement best practices, support operational excellence, and ensure an exceptional patient and client experience. Your leadership will directly influence culture, medical quality, and team satisfaction.

Companion is particularly interested in a veterinarian who enjoys surgery and dentistry and can help strengthen and grow these services within the hospital. The practice is equipped with two anesthesia machines, three patient monitors, a high-speed dental unit, digital dental radiography, radiography, and a portable ultrasound unit.

The hospital also works alongside ROC Pet Rehab, located nearby, which provides rehabilitation services including an underwater treadmill and joint injection services. Companion’s current clinical team includes an experienced veterinarian focused on behavioral medicine, providing another distinctive component to the practice.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• Demonstrated clinical excellence in small animal general practice
• Prior leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience preferred (We will mentor an emerging Medical Leader)
• Strong communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to medical quality, team development, and client education

Medical Director Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical leader for the hospital, establishing and upholding high standards of medical care and patient safety
• Partner with the Practice Manager to align medical excellence with operational and financial goals
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians through training, feedback, and professional development
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative hospital culture that supports team engagement and retention
• Guide medical protocols, clinical workflows, and standard operating procedures in alignment with Thrive best practices
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of veterinary team members
• Lead by example through active clinical practice and client communication
• Participate in quality assurance initiatives, case reviews, and continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate with Thrive’s regional and medical leadership teams to implement strategic initiatives

Provide Your Best Care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare Veterinarian

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you will care for a pet’s whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds, and connect with your local community, all while supported by a nationwide network. Thrive’s operational infrastructure, innovative technology, and advanced training resources allow you to focus on medicine, leadership, and patient care. We meet you where you are and invest in your growth as both a clinician and a leader.

Benefits - Our Care in Action

• Thrive offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing.
• In addition to health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, eligible team members may receive
• Sign-on bonus and relocation bonus or assistance available
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• 401(k) with company match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance
• Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department provides training and mentorship programs designed to support your clinical growth and leadership journey
• Additional Medical Excellence through Education programs include Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources, and more

Compensation

-Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an annual PROSAL full-time range of $180,000-$200,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This role also includes an additional Medical Director stipend, paid biweekly, which provides a substantial component of protected administrative time, along with an elevated production percentage and quarterly production bonus payouts.

*Sign-On Bonus of up to $50,000 and Retention Bonus of up to $25,000 over three years.

Living in Rochester and the Finger Lakes

Rochester offers an appealing combination of affordability, accessibility, and quality of life in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes region. The area offers four distinct seasons and easy access to lakes, trails, kayaking, museums, community events, and outdoor recreation.

Whether you prefer city living, established suburbs, lake communities, or more rural areas with acreage, the Rochester region provides a wide range of options, often within an easy commute of the hospital. The Finger Lakes, wineries, state parks, and numerous waterfront communities are close by, while Niagara Falls makes for an easy day or weekend trip.

For veterinarians considering relocation from larger Northeast markets, Rochester can offer significantly more room to live while maintaining access to the cultural, educational, healthcare, and recreational amenities of an established metropolitan area.

About Thrive Pet Healthcare

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, allowing our locally rooted hospitals to maintain their unique identities while benefiting from Thrive’s national resources.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We offer customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

Thrive Pet Healthcare celebrates and embraces the uniqueness and diversity of all team members, pet owners, and pets. We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered and a sense of belonging.