Medical Director – General Practice – Sacramento CA

Desort; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

Health benefits

Retirement plan

CE support

Licensing help

Relocation & loans

Paid leave

Flexible schedule

Mentorship

No overnights

Job summary

Desort is expanding its veterinary practice in Sacramento, CA and seeks a Medical Director for General Practice and urgent care. The role emphasizes clinical leadership, team development, and building a strong, compassionate patient-care culture.

You will oversee high-quality care across urgent and general cases, mentor veterinarians and support staff, develop protocols, and foster client relationships while ensuring compliance and practice growth.

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 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 relationships with clients and the local community.
• Support growth and development of the practice.
• Maintain compliance with veterinary regulations and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Clinical judgment

Team leadership

Education

DVM/VMD

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.