Medical Director

Description

Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Wilson, NC, one of only two VECCS-certified facilities in North Carolina, is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director for our established specialty and emergency referral hospital. If terms such as servant leadership, people-first culture, wide spectrum of care, and no private equity investors resonate with you, this hospital’s foundation will be continue to foster your leadership journey. 

This is an exciting opportunity to provide medical leadership within one of North Carolina's premier specialty hospitals while working alongside a highly collaborative team of boarded specialists, emergency veterinarians, and experienced support staff dedicated to exceptional patient care.

As Medical Director, you will play a key role in advancing medical excellence, supporting team development, strengthening referral relationships, and fostering a hospital culture centered on collaboration, accountability, and high-quality medicine.

Why Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital?

Leadership Opportunity with Meaningful Impact

As Medical Director, you will have the opportunity to influence clinical standards, support team development, strengthen hospital culture, and help guide the continued growth of an established and respected specialty referral hospital. You will work closely with seasoned leaders dedicated to the purpose of the hospital to serve its community. This role offers meaningful leadership involvement while allowing you to remain connected to patient care and clinical practice.

Collaborative Specialty Environment

Work alongside boarded specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Emergency & Critical Care, and stable team of experienced emergency veterinarians. Our culture encourages collaboration, mentorship, shared case management, and continuous learning to support both patients and veterinary professionals.

State-of-the-Art Facility

Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital operates from a purpose-built specialty facility designed by a veterinarian to support advanced patient care and a healthy work environment. While bathed is sunlight from its expansive windows, your clinical resources will include Instinct Treatment + EMR, laparoscopy, arthroscopy, in-house 64-slice CT with an in-house DACVR, dedicated ICU nursing support, telemetry ECG, endoscopy, high-flow oxygen, and Hollowell ventilators.

Opportunity to Shape the Future

As a member of the hospital's leadership team, you will help guide medical standards, mentor veterinarians, support recruitment efforts, strengthen referral partnerships, and contribute to the continued growth and success of specialty and emergency services throughout Eastern North Carolina.

Why Wilson?

Located just east of Raleigh, Wilson offers the flexibility of urban, suburban, and rural living while maintaining convenient access to The Triangle. The area provides a manageble cost of living, a strong sense of community, and easy access to North Carolina's beaches, outdoor recreation, and major metropolitan amenities.

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible scheduling designed to support both leadership responsibilities and clinical practice
• Established emergency team providing strong hospital support
• Collaborative  leadership structure focused on long-term career fulfillment and sustainability
• Opportunity to continue practicing medicine while influencing hospital growth and development

Why Vets Pets?

• Privately Owned: Vets Pets is a veterinarian-led company with no private equity investors. Our partnership model ensures veterinarians have meaningful influence over hospital direction and decision-making.
• Leadership Development: We invest in our leaders through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for continued growth.
• Growth-Focused: With more than 30 locations across North Carolina, Vets Pets continues to expand access to high-quality veterinary care while supporting the people who deliver it.

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Board-certified specialists, residency-trained veterinarians, and experienced emergency clinicians are encouraged to apply
• Passion for mentorship, team development, and collaborative medicine
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to clinical excellence and exceptional client service
• Interest in helping lead and grow a specialty referral hospital

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive salary with no negative accrual
• Production bonus structure
• Two medical plan options, including prescription drug benefits
• Short-term disability, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• CE stipend and leadership development support
• Professional dues, NC licensure, and AVMA liability insurance covered
• Life insurance for you and eligible dependents
• Flexible scheduling and uniform allowance

Ready to help lead one of North Carolina's premier specialty and emergency hospitals?

Contact Dr. Paige Harrington at [email protected] for more details and to apply.