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Veterinary Medical Director

J906682 San Diego California USD190K / Year

Global Talent Partners is excited to present an opportunity for an experienced Veterinarian to step into a Veterinary Medical Director position at a well-established companion animal hospital in San Diego, California.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to remain actively involved in clinical medicine while taking greater responsibility for medical standards, veterinarian development and the continued success of the hospital. You'll be supported by an experienced team, established operational resources and a collaborative culture centered around high-quality patient care.

About the Practice

This long-established, full-service small animal hospital has developed a strong reputation within its community for compassionate, individualized veterinary medicine and long-term client relationships.

Veterinarians work alongside experienced technicians and client service professionals, creating a supportive clinical environment where doctors can focus on medicine, procedures and communication with pet owners.

Services and capabilities include:
•Wellness and preventative medicine
•Comprehensive physical examinations
•Internal medicine
•Sick pet consultations
•In-house laboratory diagnostics
•Digital radiography
•Diagnostic ultrasound
•Comprehensive dentistry
•Dedicated dental equipment
•Routine soft tissue surgery
•Chronic disease management
•Senior pet medicine
•Client education and preventative healthcare

The combination of digital radiography, ultrasound and in-house laboratory diagnostics supports efficient case workups and allows the team to manage a broad general practice caseload within the hospital.

Saturday hours provide additional accessibility for clients while maintaining a predictable scheduling structure for the veterinary team.

The Opportunity

You'll maintain an active clinical caseload while providing medical leadership across the hospital.

Key areas of responsibility include:
•Lead and mentor veterinarians and support professionals
•Maintain high medical and patient-care standards
•Guide clinical protocols and best practices
•Support collaborative case discussion and clinical decision-making
•Maintain an active medical, surgical and dental caseload
•Help develop veterinarians clinically and professionally
•Foster a positive, growth-focused team culture
•Promote efficient clinical workflows
•Partner with practice management on scheduling and hospital operations
•Contribute to quality assurance and inventory planning
•Strengthen client communication and education
•Support the hospital's continued engagement with its local community

This position provides the opportunity to influence the hospital's clinical direction while continuing to work directly with patients and clients.

Compensation & Benefits

•Compensation up to $190,000
•Production incentives with no negative accrual
•Medical Director stipend
•Sign-on bonus available
•Relocation assistance
•Long-term performance incentive opportunities
•Flexible scheduling
•Medical, dental and vision insurance
•401(k) with company match
•Generous PTO
•CE allowance
•California veterinary license and professional dues support
•Life insurance
•Mental health and wellbeing resources
•Mentorship and leadership development
•Employee referral bonus program
•Student loan assistance available

Life in San Diego

San Diego combines coastal living, year-round outdoor recreation and the amenities of a major California city. Its communities offer everything from beaches and waterfront neighborhoods to restaurants, arts, entertainment and cultural destinations, with Balboa Park providing museums, gardens and extensive green space close to the heart of the city.

The region's mild climate makes it easy to enjoy hiking, cycling, surfing, sailing and the coastline throughout the year. San Diego also has a strong technology, healthcare and life-sciences economy, while its international airport provides convenient connections for travel across the United States and beyond.

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Dental Insurance, Vision insurance, Fear Free Practice, 401k