Medical Director (DVM) – Albany, CA

Desort; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 214,000 - 328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production-based pay

Leadership stipend

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Licensing fees reimbursement

Mentorship

Career advancement

Job summary

Desort in Albany, CA is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead the medical team and shape medical standards, mentoring veterinarians and guiding clinical care.

This leadership role blends hands-on clinical excellence with operations collaboration, offering growth, competitive compensation, and a chance to drive high-quality patient care in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Candidates should hold a DVM or VMD, have an active license, and prior leadership experience.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license.
• Leadership experience preferred (e.g., Lead Veterinarian or Medical Director).
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care for patients.
• Lead and mentor the veterinary team to support clinical growth and development.
• Establish and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on operations, workflow, and team performance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Support staff training, coaching, and professional development.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical skills

Communication

Organizational abilities

Education

DVM/VMD

Job description

Medical Director (DVM) – Albany, CA

A veterinary clinic is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director to lead its medical team and support the continued growth of the practice. This role combines clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities, offering the opportunity to shape medical standards, mentor veterinarians, and drive high-quality patient care. This position is ideal for experienced veterinarians who are passionate about leadership, team development, and delivering exceptional veterinary medicine in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and preventive care for patients
• Lead and mentor the veterinary team to support clinical growth and development
• Establish and uphold medical standards, protocols, and best practices
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on operations, workflow, and team performance
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment
• Support staff training, coaching, and professional development
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure quality patient care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an accredited institution
• Active veterinary license
• Previous leadership experience (e.g., Lead Veterinarian, Medical Director, or similar role) preferred
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational abilities
• Commitment to high-quality, compassionate patient care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with production-based earning potential
• Leadership stipend and performance-based incentives
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance opportunities
• Continuing education allowance and leadership development support
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Licensing fees and professional dues reimbursement
• Mentorship and career advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer
This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.