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Veterinary Medical Director - Providence River Animal Hospital

Encore Vet Group

Providence, RI · Posted October 5, 2026

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About the job

Overview

Veterinary Medical Director| $155,000-$175,000| Providence, RI

Ready to lead a great veterinary team without giving up what you love about being a veterinarian?

At Providence River Animal Hospital you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of a well-established small animal practice while continuing to practice medicine alongside a talented and collaborative team. This isn't a role where you're expected to sit in an office all day. It's an opportunity to influence medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, support a thriving team, and help guide the continued growth of a hospital that values high-quality medicine, strong relationships and a positive workplace culture.

Even better, you'll be supported by an experienced Practice Manager and Assistant Practice Manager who help keep operations running smoothly, allowing you to focus on what matters most: medicine, mentorship and leadership

Lead. Mentor. Practice

Guide medical quality and best practices

Mentor and support fellow veterinarians

Partner with hospital leadership on growth and developent

Maintain an active role in patient care

Maintain medical autonomy while practicing high-quality medicine

Build meaningful relationships with clients, patients, and your team

Compensation Designed Around Your Goals

Earn in a way that works for you. Whether you value the predictability of salary ($155,000-175,000) or the earning potential of production, we'll work with you to create a compensation package that aligns with your goals.

22% Professional Services | 10% In-Practice Pharmacy | 5% Online Pharmacy

With no negative accrual, you can enjoy the upside of production without the stress of carrying a future repayment balance. Along with competitive compensation, you'll have access to leadership development, professional growth opportunities, robust benefits, and support designed to help you make a lasting impact on your team, patients, and community.

Benefits:

CE Allowance + Encore Performance Academy

Health, Dental, Vision and Pet Benefits

401(k) with up to a 5% match.

Paid parental leave and holiday pay.

Professional dues coverage and company paid VIN membership

You Are...

A licensed Veterinarian (DVM or equivalent) eligible to practice in Rhode Island

An experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step in veterinary leadership or an established Medical Director seeking a new opportunity

Passionate about developing people, supporting teammates, and fostering a positive hospital culture

Confident in diagnostics, treatment planning, surgery, and client communication

Excited to help shape the future of a growing veterinary practice while continuing to practice medicine

Want to work somewhere you can grow, belong, and be part of something special?

📧 Reach out to our recruiter, Sue Harley, at sue.harley@encorevet.com

📅 Or book a time to chat: www.calendly.com/sue-harley-encorevet/30min

Check us out here: https://providenceriveranimalhospital.com/

Providence River Animal Hospital is proud to be partnered with Encore Vet Group – see what that means for you: www.encorevet.com

Encore Vet Group is a community of veterinary hospitals that share a passion for the profession and a strong commitment to those who provide veterinary care. We are dedicated to a great culture, strong leadership, and high-quality medicine. Veterinary practice success doesn’t happen without these key ingredients. Our hospitals maintain the culture and atmosphere of a private veterinary practice while gaining access to collective resources and veterinary business management expertise to help lead their teams forward and shape their future. Whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or support staff, our focus is to support you in doing what you love — caring for animals while advancing your career.

Pay Range

USD $155,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.