Medical Director – General Practice – Sacramento CA

Desort; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Incentives

Health benefits

Retirement plan

CE support

Licensing assistance

Relocation help

PTO & parental leave

Flexible scheduling

Mentorship opportunities

No overnight shifts

Job summary

Desort in Sacramento is seeking a Medical Director for General Practice to lead a growing urgent care veterinary team. The role combines clinical leadership with hands-on patient care, protocol development, and culture building.

You will guide clinicians, support staff, and community relationships to ensure top-tier veterinary services. Ideal candidates bring a DVM/VMD, active license, and 3+ years of veterinary experience, with a focus on mentorship, leadership, and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure.
• 3+ years of veterinary experience.
• DEA registration or ability to obtain one.
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• Leadership and mentorship experience.
• Ability to effectively guide and support a veterinary team.
• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for urgent and general medical cases.
• Lead and support veterinarians and veterinary support staff.
• Mentor team members and encourage ongoing professional development.
• Establish and maintain high standards of patient care.
• Help develop clinical protocols, workflows, and operational processes.
• Promote a positive, collaborative practice culture.
• Build strong relationships with clients and the local community.
• Support the continued growth and development of the practice.
• Maintain compliance with applicable veterinary regulations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Clinical judgment

Team leadership

Licensure eligibility

Education

DVM/VMD or equivalent

Job description

Medical Director – General Practice – Sacramento CA

An expanding veterinary practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to take on a medical leadership role within a growing urgent care setting. This opportunity is well suited for a doctor who enjoys clinical medicine, team development, and helping establish a strong practice culture.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality veterinary care for urgent and general medical cases


• Lead and support veterinarians and veterinary support staff


• Mentor team members and encourage ongoing professional development


• Establish and maintain high standards of patient care


• Help develop clinical protocols, workflows, and operational processes


• Promote a positive, collaborative practice culture


• Build strong relationships with clients and the local community


• Support the continued growth and development of the practice


• Maintain compliance with applicable veterinary regulations and standards

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program


• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure


• 3+ years of veterinary experience


• DEA registration or ability to obtain one


• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills


• Leadership and mentorship experience


• Ability to effectively guide and support a veterinary team


• Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care

Benefits

• Competitive compensation


• Performance-based incentives


• Comprehensive health benefits


• Retirement plan with employer contributions


• Continuing education support


• Professional licensing and membership assistance


• Relocation and student loan assistance


• Paid time off and parental leave


• Flexible scheduling


• Professional mentorship and development opportunities


• No overnight shifts

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.