Description

Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Wilson, one of only two VECCS-certified facilities in North Carolina, is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director of our established specialty and emergency referral hospital.

If values such as servant leadership, a people-first culture, collaborative medicine, and veterinarian-led ownership without private equity influence, resonate with you, you may find a long-term leadership home with us. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

This is a unique opportunity to provide medical leadership within one of North Carolina's premier specialty hospitals while working alongside a highly collaborative team of boarded specialists, emergency clinicians, and experienced support staff committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

As Medical Director, you will help shape the future of the hospital by advancing medical excellence, supporting professional development, strengthening referral relationships, and fostering a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and clinical excellence.

Why Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital?

Lead with Purpose

As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to influence clinical standards, support team development, strengthen hospital culture, and help guide the continued growth of a respected specialty and emergency referral center. Working alongside an experienced leadership team, you'll play a meaningful role in shaping the hospital's future while maintaining an active clinical presence.

Collaborative Specialty Medicine

Join a team that values partnership and shared expertise. Our specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, and Emergency & Critical Care work closely with a stable and experienced emergency team to provide comprehensive patient care. Collaboration, mentorship, and continuous learning are fundamental to how we practice medicine.

Advanced Facility Designed for Specialty Care

PEVSH operates from a purpose-built specialty facility designed by a veterinarian with both patient care and team wellbeing in mind. Flooded with natural light from expansive windows, the hospital features advanced medical technology including:

• Instinct Treatment + EMR
• In-house 64-slice CT with on-site DACVR support
• Laparoscopy and arthroscopy
• Endoscopy
• Dedicated ICU nursing support
• Telemetry ECG monitoring
• High-flow oxygen therapy
• Hollowell ventilators
• Help Shape What's Next

As a key member of the hospital leadership team, you'll help guide medical standards, mentor veterinarians, support recruitment initiatives, strengthen referral partnerships, and contribute to the continued growth of specialty and emergency services throughout Eastern North Carolina.

Why Wilson?

Located just east of Raleigh, Wilson offers flexibility of urban, suburban, and rural living while maintaining convenient access to the Triangle region. Residents enjoy a manageable cost of living, strong community connections, and convenient access to North Carolina's beaches, outdoor recreation, and major metropolitan amenities.

Work-Life Integration

We believe leadership should be sustainable.

• Flexible scheduling that supports both leadership responsibilities and clinical practice
• Established emergency team providing strong hospital support
• Collaborative leadership structure focused on long-term success and fulfillment
• Opportunity to remain clinically active while helping shape hospital growth and strategy
• Why Vets Pets?

Veterinarian-Led and Privately Owned

Vets Pets is a veterinarian-led organization with no private equity investors. Through our unique partnership model, veterinarians have meaningful influence over hospital direction, decision-making, and long-term success.

Commitment to Leadership Development

We invest in our leaders through mentorship, professional development, and opportunities for continued personal and professional growth.

Growing with Purpose

With more than 30 locations across North Carolina, Vets Pets continues to expand access to high-quality veterinary care while remaining committed to supporting the people who make that care possible.

What We're Looking For

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Board-certified specialists, residency-trained veterinarians, and experienced emergency clinicians encouraged to apply
• Passion for mentorship, team development, and collaborative medicine
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to clinical excellence and exceptional client service
• Desire to help lead and grow a specialty referral hospital

Compensation & Benefits

• Cometitive compensation package with no negative accrual
• Production bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive medical insurance options with prescription coverage
• Dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• Continuing education allowance and leadership development support
• Professional dues, North Carolina licensure, and AVMA liability insurance covered
• Life insurance for you and eligible dependents
• Flexible scheduling and uniform allowance
   

Ready to Lead?

If you're seeking an opportunity to make a lasting impact on a thriving specialty and emergency hospital while remaining connected to patient care, we'd love to start a conversation.

Contact Dr. Paige Harrington, Partner Veterinarian and Vice President of Medical Leadership, at [email protected] to learn more.