Medical Director Vet — Lead, Mentor & Elevate Care

Amerivet; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary + production bonus

Long-Term Incentive Cash Program

Relocation assistance & sign-on bonus

401(k) with company match

CE allowance & licensure dues

Flexible scheduling & mentorship

Job summary

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, CA seeks a full-time Medical Director to lead the veterinary team and maintain clinical excellence. This role balances hands-on medical care with leadership, mentorship, and oversight of hospital operations to ensure optimal patient outcomes and client satisfaction.

The MD collaborates with the Practice Manager, drives medical quality, and supports professional development while delivering high-standard veterinary care in a well-equipped, community-focused

Qualifications

• DVM required with active license in the state of practice.
• Minimum 3–5 years of practice experience, leadership preferred.
• Proven ability to mentor veterinarians and support staff.
• Commit to a full-time schedule (approx. 35+ hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Set medical quality standards and lead clinical care.
• Mentor associate and partner doctors and foster professional growth.
• Lead by example in high-quality patient care and documentation.
• Partner with Practice Manager on medical and operational priorities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, safety, and equipment maintenance.
• Drive community outreach and clinician recruitment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical judgment

Mentoring

Veterinary licensure

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

DEA Registration

Job description

Mission Valley Pet Clinic in San Diego, CA seeks a full-time Medical Director to lead the veterinary team and maintain clinical excellence. This role balances hands-on medical care with leadership, mentorship, and oversight of hospital operations to ensure optimal patient outcomes and client satisfaction.

The MD collaborates with the Practice Manager, drives medical quality, and supports professional development while delivering high-standard veterinary care in a well-equipped, community-focused