Medical Director: Lead Vet Team & Care Excellence

PetVet Care Centers; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision insurance

401k with company contribution

Paid time off & holidays

CE stipends & career development

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers is hiring a Medical Director for Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital in Berkeley, CA. The MD leads hospital medical standards, mentors veterinarians, and ensures regulatory compliance while partnering with leadership to sustain high-quality care and financial health.

You will work with a team of veterinarians and staff, manage operations, and help grow service offerings in a collaborative, culture-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university.
• Current State Veterinary License.
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained.
• 3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice.
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care.
• Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine.
• Works toward making various services work as one team.
• Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies.
• Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs.
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians.
• Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate.
• Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring KPIs and working with Hospital Manager.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Regulatory compliance

Teamwork

Communication skills

Veterinary medicine

DVM/VMD

Education

DVM or VMD (ACCEPTED DEGREE)

Job description

PetVet Care Centers is hiring a Medical Director for Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital in Berkeley, CA. The MD leads hospital medical standards, mentors veterinarians, and ensures regulatory compliance while partnering with leadership to sustain high-quality care and financial health.

You will work with a team of veterinarians and staff, manage operations, and help grow service offerings in a collaborative, culture-driven environment.