Medical Director Veterinarian
Posted 4 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Medical Director Veterinarian - Friends, Family, Neighbors - Desert Tails Animal Clinic (Scottsdale, AZ)”
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- Expected experience
- 5+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
CertificationsDoctor of Veterinary Medicine, VMD, North American Veterinary Licensing Examination
Medical Director | Friends. Family. Neighbors. | Scottsdale, AZ
Desert Tails Animal Clinic
Scottsdale, Arizona
Scottsdale offers the perfect blend of outdoor adventure, vibrant city amenities, and year-round sunshine. Whether you're exploring the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, enjoying Old Town Scottsdale's restaurants and art scene, or simply relaxing in one of the area's beautiful neighborhoods, Scottsdale delivers an exceptional quality of life. With easy access to Phoenix and endless opportunities for recreation, it's an ideal place to build both your veterinary leadership career and your life outside of work.
Open: Monday-Saturday
Work Week for This Role: Full-time. Four-day work week available with rotating Saturdays (approximately two per month).
Friends. Family. Neighbors.
That's not just a slogan at Desert Tails Animal Clinic—it's how we view every client, every patient, and every member of our team.
We believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with meaningful relationships. Our clients trust us because we take the time to listen, educate, and partner with them throughout every stage of their pets' lives. Our team thrives because we support one another, communicate openly, and genuinely enjoy coming to work each day.
If you're a collaborative veterinary leader looking to shape medical excellence while continuing to practice high-quality companion animal medicine, we'd love to meet you.
Make Desert Tails Animal Clinic Your Home Hospital
Located in beautiful North Scottsdale, Desert Tails Animal Clinic is a full-service small animal hospital committed to providing compassionate, personalized care backed by modern medicine and advanced technology.
As our Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to lead an experienced medical team while remaining hands-on in clinical practice. You'll help guide medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, collaborate with hospital leadership, and continue building the strong culture that has made Desert Tails a trusted part of the Scottsdale community.
Supported by an experienced technician team, efficient workflows, and collaborative leadership, you'll have the resources to focus on exceptional medicine while helping shape the future of our hospital.
What You'll Practice
Our Medical Director enjoys a diverse and rewarding caseload that includes:
- Small animal general practice
- Preventive care and wellness medicine
- Companion animal medicine
- Puppy and kitten care
- Senior pet care
- Internal medicine cases
- Dermatology consultations
- Urgent care and same-day appointments during regular business hours