Medical Director Veterinarian - Friends, Family, Neighbors - Desert Tails Animal Clinic (Scottsdale, AZ)
Western Veterinary Partners, LLC
| Company | Western Veterinary Partners, LLC |
| Category | Healthcare |
| Location | Scottsdale |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
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
Client education and relationship building
End-of-life care and quality-of-life discussions
Surgery
Doctors interested in surgery will have opportunities to perform a variety of soft tissue procedures, including:
Spays and neuters
Mass removals and biopsies
Wound repair
Splenectomies
Exploratory procedures
Other routine soft tissue surgeries
Dentistry
We place a strong emphasis on oral health and provide:
Professional dental cleanings
Comprehensive oral health assessments
Dental radiography
Surgical dental procedures
Advanced dental treatments
Why Veterinarians Love Practicing Here
At Desert Tails Animal Clinic, relationships come first. Our clients are engaged, loyal, and committed to providing excellent care for their pets, allowing our veterinarians to build long-term partnerships and practice medicine the right way.
As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to influence both patient care and hospital culture. You'll partner with hospital leadership to support doctor development, encourage medical collaboration, and foster an environment where continuous learning and teamwork thrive.
Whether you're discussing a challenging medical case, mentoring fellow veterinarians, performing surgery, educating a first-time puppy owner, or supporting a family through a di