Medical Director

Blue River PetCare Group; Chester; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary hospital in Chester is seeking a Medical Director to lead the medical team and ensure high standards of care for various species, including exotics. The ideal candidate will have a DVM license and leadership experience, and will be responsible for mentoring staff and enhancing client experience. Benefits include a competitive salary, sign-on bonus, and flexible scheduling.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

• DVM licensed (or able to obtain) in Maryland.
• Comfortable or experienced with exotics/avian medicine.
• Excellent communicator who fosters a positive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical team and oversee hospital-wide standards of care.
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and technical staff.
• Provide high-quality wellness, diagnostic, surgical, and dental care.
• Treat a variety of species, including exotics and birds.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Experience with exotics/avian medicine

Education

DVM license

Job description

Chesapeake Veterinary Hospital in scenic Chester, MD is seeking a Medical Director to guide our dedicated team while continuing to practice advanced medicine on small animals, exotics, and avian species — all in a supportive, community-focused environment.

About Us

• Full-service hospital with digital radiography, in-house lab, and modern surgical suite
• Diverse caseload including dogs, cats, exotics, and avian patients
• Experienced, collaborative team with a loyal client base
• Located near the Chesapeake Bay in a close-knit, outdoor-friendly community

What You’ll Do

• Lead the medical team and oversee hospital-wide standards of care
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and technical staff
• Provide high-quality wellness, diagnostic, surgical, and dental care
• Treat a variety of species, including exotics and birds
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance operations and client experience

Requirements

• DVM licensed (or able to obtain) in Maryland
• Leadership experience or strong interest in developing leadership skills
• Comfortable or experienced with exotics/avian medicine
• Excellent communicator who fosters a positive and educational team culture

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production and leadership bonuses
• Generous sign‑on bonus and relocation assistance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) with employer match
• CE allowance, paid time off, and license/DEA/membership reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling with strong emphasis on work‑life balance

or click “I’m Interested” to learn more!

Job Information

• Title: Medical Director
• Type: Full Time
• Competitive base salary with production bonuses