Medical Director - Veterinarian

Amerivet; El Cajon (CA); Vor Ort; USD 180.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Monthly medical director stipend

401k with company match

CE allowance + licenses and dues

Zusammenfassung

Amerivet is seeking a Medical Director Veterinarian in El Cajon, CA to lead our GP animal hospital. The role balances hands-on patient care with strategic medical leadership, mentoring doctors, and safeguarding hospital quality and client trust.

You will drive clinical standards, foster a collaborative culture, and partner with the Practice Manager on operations and growth initiatives. A strong track record in veterinary leadership and a DVM is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent is required.
• Active licensure in state of practice is required.
• Active DEA registration is required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of veterinary practice experience.
• Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

Aufgaben

• Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice.
• Lead and mentor veterinarians and support staff.
• Oversee medical records, client communication, and appropriate charging for services.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Leadership

Clinical judgment

Time management

Ausbildung

DVM/VMD or equivalent

Active state licensure

Active DEA registration

Jobbeschreibung

Medical Director - VeterinarianWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# Amerivet Careers## Medical Director - VeterinarianApply: El Cajon, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR109656**About Our Clinic:****Animal Care Clinic** is hiring a Medical Director to lead our team at our full-service animal hospital located in El Cajon, CA . Animal Care Clinic has been named hospital of the year for El Cajon the past several years. It's clean, organized, and equipped with advanced tools and technologies to provide the highest standard of care for a variety of cases. We have perfected the art of work-life balance while delivering exceptional customer service, evident in our positive online reviews. Our community relies on and highly respects us as trusted animal doctors which in turn supports us being open 6 days a week to see a variety of animals. Our team loves what they do- creating happy vets & happy pets! Check us out at: Landing Page | Animal Care Clinic... **Clinic Snapshot:**Small Animal General Practice, primarily with cats and dogs with focus on wellness and preventative medicine. * **Practice type:**GP* **Avg. daily patient volume:** [16 /day]* **Support staff ratio:** [3 : 1]* **Case mix:** Wellness, surgery, dentistry* **Technology & equipment:**Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, digital dental x-ray* **Team culture:**Collaborative, team approach, highly skilled support staff **Total Rewards & How We Invest in You**We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.* [$180k - $200k] annual salary + production bonus* DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production* No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods* Monthly Medical Director stipend* Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings* Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues* Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs* Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available* 401k retirement savings plan with company match **Position Summary:**The Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example—delivering high quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive. In alignment with AmeriVet’s strategic vision for veterinary excellence, the MD balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of their time providing direct patient care while also guiding medical quality and supporting the professional growth of the veterinary team. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals. **Supervisory Responsibilities:**The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice. **Responsibilities & Objectives:****Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice**, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.**Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture** in which:* Patient care and safety always come first* Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas* The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences **Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians**, ensuring they:* Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care* Demonstrate excellent client communication and education* Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records* Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products* Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture* Receive regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability as needed* Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment. **Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team**, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.**Organize and lead regular doctor meetings** to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities. **Partner closely with the Practice Manager** **to**:* Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities* Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.* Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control* Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team* Plan and participate in hospital-wide meetings* Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals* Oversee the maintenance, and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance**Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact**, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community.**Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team** to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent. **Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian**, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of:* Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits* Controlled drug inventory, control and process* Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety OfficerActively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital. **Amerivet Ambassador**: Responsible for being an advocate and representative in support of our goals and values by attending events, regular calls etc. as needed.**Perform other duties as assigned** in support of hospital and organizational goals. **Skills Necessary for Success:*** Exceptional **verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills**, with the ability to effectively convey complex medical information through multiple methods and settings.* Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation capabilities, enabling efficient and effective hospital operations.* Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and consistently make thoughtful, wellinformed decisions.* Serve as a visible clinical leader and key driver of practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement.* Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions.* Highly developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team. **Qualifications, Education, and Experience:*** Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.* Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice.* Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s).* Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required.* Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian.* Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.* Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week. **Let’s talk about your next opportunity**Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Stacey Clark at [e-mail] anytime.