Lead Veterinary Medical Director

Ethos Veterinary Health; Los Altos (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Continuing education allowance

Leadership development support

Shape hospital culture and medical方向

In-house blood bank

Job summary

Adobe Animal Hospital in the Bay Area seeks an experienced Managing Veterinarian (MDVM) to lead our medical team, balancing hands-on clinical medicine with mentorship and hospital leadership across GP, Urgent Care and ER services in Los Altos and Los Gatos.

The MDVM will collaborate with hospital leadership to uphold medical standards, support staff development, and optimize workflow while continuing to practice high-quality medicine and surgery.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary school.
• Experience directing Emergency/ICU/GP departments.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high-quality medicine and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with veterinary software and EMRs.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and oversight to ensure high standards of patient care
• Serve as a clinical mentor and resource for associate veterinarians and support staff
• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and supportive team culture
• Maintain and elevate medical protocols, quality standards, and best practices
• Partner with hospital management on staffing, scheduling, and workflow optimization
• Support associate development through coaching, feedback, and performance reviews
• Continue practicing clinical medicine and surgery as part of your role
• Communicate effectively with clients, ensuring excellent client experience and trust

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Team development

Emergency/ICU/GP leadership

Education

DVM/VMD from accredited veterinary school

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Adobe Animal Hospital in the Bay Area seeks an experienced Managing Veterinarian (MDVM) to lead our medical team, balancing hands-on clinical medicine with mentorship and hospital leadership across GP, Urgent Care and ER services in Los Altos and Los Gatos.

The MDVM will collaborate with hospital leadership to uphold medical standards, support staff development, and optimize workflow while continuing to practice high-quality medicine and surgery.