Description
Southwind Animal Hospital, a long-established and highly respected practice in East Memphis, Tennessee, is seeking a dedicated Medical Director (Veterinarian) to join our amazing team. We provide comprehensive, compassionate care to our loyal clients and their beloved companions, and we're looking for a doctor who shares our passion.
The ideal candidate will be a trusted leader who fosters excellence in veterinary care by mentoring and empowering the team, while cultivating a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and professional growth.
Why Southwind?
Experienced Team: Join highly experienced DVMs and a cohesive team of dedicated, skilled technicians and assistants—many of whom have been with us for years.
Passion for Growth: Doctors are strongly encouraged to pursue their areas of interest (our current team focuses on dentistry, behavior, and internal medicine). Work up cases thoroughly in-house while having easy access to specialist referrals for complex challenges.
Family-Like Atmosphere: We treat each other like family, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
What can we offer candidates?
- Competitive Compensation: Base salary starting at $130,000 + pro-sal bonus!
- Robust Sign On & Retention bonus of up to $75,000
- Medical Director Stipend (paid monthly)
- Industry leading benefits package available
- Flexible (4) four-day workweek, designed to support work-life balance
- State-of-the-Art Facility
- Our 10,000 square foot, paperless hospital is equipped with the tools you need to provide the best medical care!
Clinical & Diagnostic Capabilities
- Digital Radiology (General & Dental)
- Ultrasound | In-House Laboratory (Chemistries, CBC, Urinalysis, Cytology)
- Surgical Suite with state of the art monitoring
- Dental Suite | Cold Laser Therapy
- On site Pharmacy
- 6 exam rooms (2-feline only)
- Paperless medical records
Practice Certifications
- AAHA - Accredited
- AAFP Cat Friendly Certified
Why PetVet Is an Employer of Choice?
- Culture you can feel: We put care into our people, not just our patients
- Career mobility: Options to relocate, specialize, or grow within our network
- Learning support: Continuing Education (CE), development tracks, and leadership programs
- Wellbeing resources: 24/7 EAP access and Calm app for team members and their families
- Paid Parental Leave: For birth, adoption, or foster care — for all types of families
- 401(k) with discretionary contribution
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Team Member Pet Discounts
- Grant Circle: Relief fund for team members facing personal crisis
- Supportive onboarding: Regional and local teams ready to help you succeed
Love Where You Live: Life in Memphis, TN
Memphis, named one of Time Magazine's Greatest 100 Places of 2021, offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living and a healthy work-life balance. Excellent Schools: Germantown and Collierville (an easy commute) boast top-tier public school systems.
Vibrant Culture & Outdoors: Enjoy world-famous barbecue, craft breweries, a vibrant arts and music scene, and attractions like Beale Street, Graceland, and the Memphis Zoo. Outdoor Amenities: Explore Shelby Farms, the Greenline trail, Dixon Gardens, and the Botanical Gardens.
Learn more about life in the city at https://wearememphis.com/.
Ready to connect?
To be considered for this exciting position or to learn more, please reach out to:
Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM at LLynette@petvetcarecenters.com
