Veterinarian, Medical Director

Description

Position at Kildaire Animal Medical Center

Veterinarian – Medical Director
Full Time
Kildaire Animal Medical Center

About You
As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital toward excellence in patient and client care while supporting staff development.

Experience & Skills Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the state of hire prior to start date.
Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Kildaire Animal Medical Center is looking for a Veterinarian Medical Director to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Kildaire Animal Medical Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you’ll experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

About the Hospital
At Kildaire Animal Medical Center, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to the pets and families of Cary, North Carolina. Our team understands that pets are family, which is why we combine advanced medical services with a warm, welcoming environment. From preventive wellness and dentistry to diagnostics and surgery, we strive to meet every pet’s unique needs with skill and kindness. Whether it’s a routine check-up or specialized care, our mission is to support lifelong health and strengthen the bond you share with your pet.

We are open Monday 7:30 AM–8 PM, Tuesday–Friday 7:30 AM–6 PM, Saturday 9 AM–1 PM, and closed on Sunday.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian. Support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Access leadership training and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production opportunities — plus no negative accrual.

Benefits – our care in action
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• Medical Director stipend
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs to empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to grow your career — whether you're a Vet Technician, Doctor, or in Hospital Leadership. We also offer an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. Through self-paced learning, live presentations, and a 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at [email protected].

About Thrive
Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community. We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life. Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.