Medical Director, Community Vet Clinic — Flexible Schedule

ASPCA; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 198,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks vacation

Paid personal time

Sick and bereavement time

Parental leave

Company paid holidays

VIN membership

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

ASPCA’s Community Medicine team seeks an experienced Medical Director to lead our Carson, CA clinic, advancing high‑volume, high‑quality care and preventive medicine. You will mentor veterinarians, drive CM protocols, and ensure compassionate, evidence‑based treatment for pets and families in underserved communities.

The role emphasizes leadership with hands‑on clinical work, including HQHVSN, training, and cross‑functional collaboration with Medical Managers and regional leaders.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from AVMA‑accredited college and California license.
• 5 years small animal practice experience.
• 4 years in people management, leadership or mentoring.
• HQHVSN experience or training.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and supervise 3–5 veterinarians.
• Maintain high‑volume, high‑quality medicine and surgery.
• Mentor veterinarians and ensure CM SOP adherence.
• Oversee preventive care and HQHVSN procedures.
• Coordinate with regional leadership and reporting structure.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Clinical excellence

Mentorship

Communication

HQHVSN

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

AVMA accredited school

Job description

ASPCA’s Community Medicine team seeks an experienced Medical Director to lead our Carson, CA clinic, advancing high‑volume, high‑quality care and preventive medicine. You will mentor veterinarians, drive CM protocols, and ensure compassionate, evidence‑based treatment for pets and families in underserved communities.

The role emphasizes leadership with hands‑on clinical work, including HQHVSN, training, and cross‑functional collaboration with Medical Managers and regional leaders.