Medical Director Veterinarian - Leadership & Equity Pathway

DVM Focus; Antelope (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

Paid continuing education allowance

Paid professional dues

DVM mentorship resources

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DVM Focus is seeking a full-time Medical Director Veterinarian for a fast-paced companion-animal practice in Southern California’s Antelope Valley.

The role blends clinical medicine with hospital leadership, maintaining medical autonomy while guiding medical standards, team development, client relationships, and practice growth.

An equity pathway and future ownership are possible, with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain one
• DEA license preferred
• USDA accreditation preferred
• Established clinical experience in companion-animal medicine
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to mentor and support veterinary professionals
• Interest in contributing to the medical, cultural, and operational direction of a veterinary practice

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality companion-animal medical and surgical care
• Lead and develop veterinary and clinical teams
• Support medical standards and quality assurance
• Mentor veterinary professionals and clinical staff
• Foster a collaborative and positive hospital culture
• Support client relationships and communication
• Participate in hospital planning and operational decisions
• Collaborate with business leadership on growth and success
• Maintain medical autonomy while establishing standard of care

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

Mentoring

Strategic planning

Education

DVM degree

California veterinary license

DEA license preferred

USDA accreditation preferred

Job description

DVM Focus is seeking a full-time Medical Director Veterinarian for a fast-paced companion-animal practice in Southern California’s Antelope Valley.

The role blends clinical medicine with hospital leadership, maintaining medical autonomy while guiding medical standards, team development, client relationships, and practice growth.

An equity pathway and future ownership are possible, with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.