Medical Director - 100722

Atlas Consultancy Group Ltd; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

FSA/HSA accounts

Life and AD&D insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Atlas Consultancy Group Ltd in Sacramento, CA, is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead and mentor our veterinary team within a well-established general practice hospital. You will partner with the Hospital Manager and Chief Medical Officer to set clinical standards and drive hospital success, while maintaining high-quality medicine and a collaborative culture.

The role offers a four-day work week with no weekends, opportunities to advance AAHA accreditation and Fear Free initiatives,

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA accredited veterinary school.
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, in California.
• 5+ years of clinical experience.
• Leadership experience as Medical Director, Clinical Director, or Lead Veterinarian preferred.
• Genuine passion for mentorship, collaboration, and high quality medicine.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a veterinary team, aligning with hospital goals.
• Partner with Hospital Manager and Chief Medical Officer to guide clinical standards.
• Drive AAHA accreditation and Fear Free initiatives.
• Support DVM development across the team.
• Provide clinical governance while practicing high-quality medicine.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical excellence

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or VMD from AVMA-accredited school

California licensure eligible

Job description

Medical Director - 100722 (1fb3e80c-f116-4576-86a7-74e331c58b99)

Location Sacramento, United States Sector Other Salary $180,000.00 to $220,000.00 per annum

We are working on behalf of a well established general practice hospital in Sacramento, CA that is looking to welcome an experienced Medical Director to its leadership team.
This is a highly collaborative, community-focused practice with a loyal client base, part of a wider family of veterinary hospitals across Northern California. In this role you will lead and mentor a skilled, supportive veterinary team, partnering closely with the Hospital Manager and the wider network's Chief Medical Officer to guide clinical standards and drive hospital success.
The hospital offers in-house diagnostics, dental radiography, and access to same-day echocardiography and ultrasound, all within a well-equipped, modern facility. There is a genuine opportunity here to help drive AAHA accreditation and Fear Free initiatives, and to act as a clinical resource for complex cases while supporting DVM development across the team.
The culture is built around teamwork, positivity, and work-life balance, with a strong network of operational and clinical support behind you! This is a genuine leadership opportunity for a Medical Director looking to shape clinical quality and culture while continuing to practice high-quality medicine.
Enjoy a 4-day working week with no weekends required in this position.

Key Highlights

• Leadership support from an experienced CMO and wider executive team
• No weekends required on this role offering a true work-life balance
• Opportunity to help drive AAHA accreditation and Fear Free initiatives
• Strong hospital leadership model, partnering directly with the Hospital Manager
• In-house diagnostics, dental radiography, and access to same day echocardiography and ultrasound
• $3,000 annual CE allowance with 40 hours paid CE time on a four-day work week
• Uncapped production bonus on top of a strong total compensation package, no negative accrual
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support available for qualified candidates
• Advanced clinical training across the wider hospital network

About You

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA accredited veterinary school
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, in California
• 5 plus years of clinical experience
• Leadership experience as a Medical Director, Clinical Director, or Lead Veterinarian preferred
• Genuine passion for mentorship, collaboration, and high quality medicine

Benefits

• Total compensation of $180,000 to $220,000 plus uncapped production bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• $3,0 000 annual CE allowance plus 40 hours paid CE time
• 401(k) with 100 percent company match up to 4 percent
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including virtual care
• Health and dependent care FSA/HSA accounts
• Employer paid life and AD&D insurance, plus short and long term disability coverage
• Comprehensive employee assistance program with free mental health, legal, and financial support
• Generous paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays