Regional Medical Director Western Canada - Alberta

Job Description

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Location: Calgary, Alberta
Reports To: National Medical Director
Travel: Approximately 40% within the region
Lead the Future of Veterinary Medicine in Western Canada
Are you a veterinary leader with a passion for mentoring, advancing patient care, and shaping the future of a profession? At VetCare, we believe great veterinary medicine is built on collaboration, innovation, and exceptional leadership. As our Regional Medical Director for Western Canada, you wonu2019t just oversee hospitals, youu2019ll partner with talented teams to elevate care, coach the next generation of veterinarians, and set the standard for excellence across the region.
This is a rare opportunity to combine hands-on clinical practice, strategic influence, and operational insight, making a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them. If you want a role where your leadership is respected, your ideas shape practice standards, and your mentorship makes a difference every day, this is the position for you.
About the Role
The Regional Medical Director plays a pivotal role in advancing veterinary medical excellence across a group of hospitals in Western Canada. This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical expertise, operational insight, and strategic influence to support teams, elevate standards of care, and shape the future of veterinary medicine in the region.
Working closely with the National Medical Director and Regional Operations leadership, you will serve as a trusted advisor, mentor, and hands-on leader. This will include coaching DVMs, supporting clinic operations, and helping hospitals deliver exceptional patient care while achieving sustainable results.
This role balances clinical practice (3 days per week) with regional leadership responsibilities, enabling you to stay connected to patients and teams while making a meaningful, lasting impact.
Why This Role Matters
Veterinary medicine is evolving rapidly, and strong medical leadership has never been more important. At VetCare, our Regional Medical Directors play a critical role in shaping the future of the profession supporting veterinarians, strengthening clinical standards, and building environments where teams can thrive.
You will influence care across multiple hospitals, mentor the next generation of veterinarians, and foster a culture where medical excellence and team well-being go hand in hand.
You will work alongside experienced medical and operational leaders who believe great veterinary medicine is built through collaboration, trust, and continuous learning. For veterinarians passionate about leadership and peer support, this role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact.
Reality of the Role
This is a highly visible and multifaceted leadership position. Success requires balancing clinical practice, mentorship, and operational partnership across a region of hospitals.u00a0
Clinic presence is essential: You will spend significant time observing, coaching, and supporting veterinary teams
Influence over authority: Many veterinarians are experienced clinicians, success depends on your ability to guide and mentor, not just direct
Operational balance: High-quality medical care must be aligned with operational realities
Travel is a regular part of the role: Building relationships requires in-person support across hospitals
Challenging situations: You will support teams through complex cases, complaints, and professional challenge
For the right candidate, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of veterinary medicine in Western Canada.u00a0u00a0
Key Responsibilities
Medical Leadership & Quality of Care
Champion high standards of care across all regional hospitals
Educate and influence veterinary teams to embrace evidence-based medical practices
Support the implementation of medical standards, protocols, and quality-of-care frameworks
Review medical records, clinical outcomes, and reports to identify opportunities for improvement
Partner with the National Medical Director to develop and implement new protocols and guidelines
Coaching, Mentorship & Clinical Development
Observe, coach, and mentor veterinarians in-clinic and across the region
Support Managing DVMs in building strong medical leadership within their hospitals
Facilitate mentorship programs for new and early-career veterinarians
Promote continuous learning by coordinating peer-to-peer learning opportunities and training initiatives
Strengthen diagnostic, surgical, and dental capabilities regionally
Operational Partnership
Partner with Regional Operations Managers and Practice Managers to ensure hospitals deliver both excellent patient care and sustainable business performance
Provide medical insight for operational decision-making, ensuring alignment between clinical and business goals
Use hospital data and key performance indicators to identify opportunities to strengthen client compliance, doctor productivity, RVT utilization, and overall hospital efficiency
Contribute to the development and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Support clinics in translating insights from medical records, workflows, and performance metrics into practical improvements in patient outcomes and team effectiveness
Regulatory Compliance & Professional Standards
Ensure hospitals remain compliant with provincial veterinary regulatory requirements
Conduct compliance reviews and support clinics in maintaining professional and regulatory standards
Stay informed on evolving regulations and communicate implications to hospital teams
Support the management of veterinary board complaints and complex medical concerns
Doctor Engagement, Recruitment & Retention
Partner with Talent Acquisition to identify, assess, and recruit DVM candidates
Participate in key interviews and represent VetCare at industry and university events
Support initiatives that enhance veterinarian engagement, professional satisfaction, and retention
Provide guidance to Managing DVMs and associate veterinarians on career development and well-being
Regional Leadership & Culture
Foster a collaborative and supportive culture across hospitals
Organize and lead regional DVM meetings and professional development events
Promote an environment of psychological safety where teams feel supported to learn and grow
Strengthen collaboration between veterinarians and support teams
Clinical Practice
Maintain clinical practice approximately 3 days per week, supporting hospitals and maintaining direct patient care
Minimum Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) from an accredited university
Licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice veterinary medicine in Alberta
Minimum 5u20137 years of clinical experience in small animal medicine
Demonstrated leadership experience in veterinary practice or multi-site environment
Strong clinical proficiency in medicine, surgery, and dentistry
Experience mentoring or coaching veterinarians is highly desirable
Ability to interpret data and apply insights to improve medical and operational performance
Willingness to travel within the region
What Success Looks Like in Your First Year
Build strong relationships with Managing DVMs and veterinary teams across the region
Establish yourself as a trusted medical advisor to doctors and operations leaders
Support mentorship plans for new and early-career veterinarians
Help clinics strengthen diagnostic, surgical, and dental capabilities
Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency and technician utilization
Partner with leadership to implement medical standards and quality initiatives
Contribute to a positive, collaborative culture where veterinarians feel supported, engaged, and proud of their work
About VetCare
VetCare (
vet-care.ca
) is proudly Canadian, with roots in Vancouver that have extended to practice teams across Canada. We blend the personal touch of local clinics with the collective expertise of our veterinary community, offering mentorship, operations support and recruitment efforts to keep care strong. With this collaborative approach, we aim to foster better outcomes for pets and the people who love them.
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