🚀 Medical Director (DVM) at Southwind Animal Hospital | AAHA-accredited | AAFP Certified

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.
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Ready to connect?

To be considered for this exciting position or to learn more, please reach out to:

Leslie Lynette, RVT, CVPM at