Director of Specialty Medicine at Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists (CCVS) Salary: $220,000–$245,000 + production (commensurate with experience, qualifications, and schedule)Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists is looking for an experienced specialist board-certified in internal medicine, cardiology, neurology, ophthalmology, or dermatology, with proven leadership skills to serve as Director of Specialty Medicine. This is a high-impact role for someone who wants to help shape hospital standards, drive service growth, and improve specialist retention while continuing to provide excellent medicine.This position works closely with the Director of Emergency Medicine, the Medical Director, and the Group Medical Director to lead clinical quality, improve consistency across services, and support a culture where specialists and their teams can thrive.Why this role is differentCCVS is a busy, collaborative specialty and emergency hospital known for high-quality medicine and a strong culture of learning. Education is a core part of our identity, supported by a solid in-house technician training and continuing education program, rotating and specialty internships, and residencies in ECC and surgery.If you enjoy mentoring, setting lasting standards, and leading through growth, you’ll have a real impact here at CCVS.Growth on the horizonCCVS is actively expanding our practice with plans that include:
Three new specialty services
Increased specialist support in three existing departments (internal medicine, dermatology, and radiology)
A 10,000 sq. ft. hospital addition
Current specialty services include: Cardiology • Diagnostic Imaging • Surgery • Exotics • Internal Medicine • Anesthesiology • DermatologyPlanned additions expected in 2027: Neurology • Ophthalmology • DentistryWhat you’ll doThis is a leadership role that maintains a strong foundation in clinical work.Leadership & Medical Standards
Provide leadership, management, and accountability for the specialist team
Ensure consistent standards of care across all specialty services
Work with hospital medical leadership to strengthen quality systems, service alignment, and clinical collaboration
Growth, Retention & Team Development
Support specialist engagement and retention through mentorship, clarity, and thoughtful operational structure
Help lead strategy, growth planning, and specialty support models
Collaborate cross-departmentally to improve patient flow, communication, and the referral experience
Recruiting & Representation (about 15% travel)
Participate in specialty recruiting, interviews, and conference/event representation
Clinical Practice
Keep clinical case responsibilities, spending about half your time on clinical work in your specialty
Business & Department Operations
Contribute to specialty departmental budgeting and specialist compensation planning
Support performance and resource planning while utilizing a vision focused on sustainability and lasting growth
Trupanion Pet Insurance with company-paid premiums for two team member's pets
Short Term Disability paid for by employer
Weekly Grocery Delivery to the Hospital for meals/snacks
Complimentary Life Insurance $15,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
Veterinary Social Worker on-site to assist employees
Company-Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
Medical Insurance Plans with multiple options
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance options
Long-term Disability options
Generous Continuing Education Program
Uniforms (scrubs and jackets) are provided at no cost to team members
Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
Paid PTO and Paid Holidays
AVMA Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT) provided
Reimbursement for: MA Veterinary License / DEA License / MVMA Dues /VIN /Specialty Dues
The leader who succeeds here You’re a clinically excellent specialist who also enjoys the “people and systems” side of medicine, including defining expectations, coaching performance, building trust between departments, and creating standards that support both quality care and a great workplace.
