Veterinarian – Medical Director
Location: Nantucket, MA
Type: Full-Time | Leadership Role
Salary: Competitive base salary + production bonus + Medical Director stipend + generous sign-on bonus
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinarian Medical Director in Nantucket, Massachusetts, offering a leadership position within a well-established small animal and urgent care hospital.
This role is ideal for a veterinarian who is ready to step into a clinical leadership position, shaping hospital standards, guiding medical direction, and supporting a high-performing veterinary team.
As Medical Director, they will play a key role in driving clinical excellence, developing hospital strategy, and ensuring outstanding patient and client care while working closely with hospital leadership and practice management.
This position is suited to both experienced veterinary leaders and ambitious veterinarians ready to progress into a leadership pathway.
About the Practice
This is a full-service small animal veterinary hospital in Nantucket, MA, providing both general practice and urgent care services.
The hospital treats a diverse range of patients including dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, birds, and fish, offering comprehensive care such as wellness exams, sick consultations, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, acupuncture, and urgent care services.
The practice benefits from being part of a larger veterinary community network, combining a local, community-focused approach with access to national-level clinical resources, technology, and professional support.
Operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., supporting a balanced and predictable schedule.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership and medical direction across the hospital
Support and mentor veterinarians and clinical staff
Drive continuous improvement in patient care and clinical standards
Collaborate with hospital leadership and practice management on strategy and operations
Oversee quality assurance and medical decision-making frameworks
Promote a positive, supportive, and high-performing team culture
Contribute to complex case management and advanced clinical decision-making
Support recruitment, training, and professional development of veterinary staff
Candidate Profile
Qualified Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in Massachusetts, in good standing
Active DEA license or eligibility required
Strong clinical experience in small animal or mixed veterinary practice
Previous leadership experience preferred but not essential for the right candidate
Confident communicator with strong mentoring and team development skills
Passionate about clinical excellence, patient care, and hospital growth
Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
This opportunity is also suitable for experienced veterinarians seeking their first leadership or Medical Director role.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with production-based earning potential (ranging from $160,000 to $180,000)
Medical Director stipend
Generous sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance / moving allowance available
No negative accrual model
401(k) with employer match
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parental and family leave support
Mental health support with 24/7 access to services
Continuing education support with free CE courses and discretionary funds
Student loan support and financial planning tools
Professional leadership training and mentorship programmes
Pet care discounts and employee veterinary service benefits
Childcare and elder care support options
This role also includes structured leadership development pathways designed to support long-term career progression in veterinary leadership.
Apply Today
This is a standout opportunity for a Veterinarian Medical Director job in Nantucket, Massachusetts, offering leadership responsibility, clinical influence, and strong professional development support within a modern veterinary network.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to discuss the role in more detail.
Contact:
Harvey McKinley - Senior Talent Partner
T: (432) 201-9105
E: harvey@supreme-ss.com