Neurologist & Neurosurgery Specialist

Maine Veterinary Medical Center; Agoura Hills (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Relocation assistance

CE support

PTO & leave

401(k) with company match

Free doggy daycare

Job summary

Western Veterinary Center in Agoura Hills, CA is seeking a board-certified neurologist to build and lead our neurology service in a privately owned, clinician‑led practice.

You will define protocols, shape the caseload, and collaborate with a small, tight-knit team including an ECC specialist, a surgeon, and a cardiologist. This ground‑floor opportunity offers autonomy, modern facilities, and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• DACVIM (Neurology) board certification required.
• Active California veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain before start).
• No history of malpractice or disciplinary actions.
• 5+ years of clinical experience preferred; depth of skill over years on paper.

Responsibilities

• Define neurology/neurosurgery scope and protocols within a private clinician-led practice.
• Collaborate with in-house ECC, Surgery, and Cardiology teams to provide integrated care.
• Build and manage a neurology service with referrals from local DVMs and the community.

Skills

Neurology expertise

Team-based care

Client communication

Education

DACVIM (Neurology) or board certification

Job description

A RARE OPPORTUNITY IN PRIVATELY OWNED, CLINICIAN-LED PRACTICE

There are plenty of veterinary positions out there. This one is different. At Western Veterinary Center, we’re not looking for someone to fill a seat, we’re inviting a talented neurologist to step into a role where their voice genuinely matters, their expertise shapes the practice, and their patients receive the very best care this profession has to offer.

WVC is privately owned and clinician‑led. Every decision made here is made by actively practicing DVMs who understand what it means to be in the trenches alongside you. There is no corporate layer, no distant board, no one‑size‑fits‑all policy handed down from above. You will work hand‑in‑hand with the people who own this practice – people who share your commitment to medicine, your respect for the human‑animal bond, and your belief that veterinary medicine can and should be practiced sustainably and joyfully.

This is a true ground‑floor opportunity to define what neurology and neurosurgery look like at WVC. You’ll have the autonomy to shape your caseload, establish protocols, and build your service in a community that genuinely needs and values this level of expertise, and you won’t be doing it alone.

YOUR FUTURE COLLEAGUES

One of the most important things we can tell you about WVC is who you’ll be working alongside. Our team is small enough to feel like family, and experienced enough to truly elevate your practice. Currently on staff:

• Two board‑certified criticalists with deep ECC expertise, acute neurological presentations like status epilepticus and acute intervertebral disc disease already coming through our doors
• A surgeon, offering a natural collaborative partner for surgical neurology cases
• A board‑certified cardiologist providing in‑house specialty consultation
• A nutritionist joining our team soon, and an Internal Medicine specialist search underway, rounding out a full specialty service built for collaboration on complex, multi‑system cases

This team doesn’t operate in silos. Curbside consults, collaborative case discussions, and cross‑specialty problem solving are part of daily life at WVC. You’ll have the autonomy to run your service your way, with a team around you that makes the work richer, not harder.

A COMMUNITY READY FOR NEUROLOGY

Agoura Hills sits at the heart of a thriving pet‑owning community in the greater Los Angeles and Ventura County area, an area that is actively seeking accessible, high‑quality specialty neurologic care. Your caseload will develop organically from multiple strong sources:

• Direct transfers from local DVMs managing neurological emergencies in real time
• Scheduled referrals from area general practitioners seeking specialist consultation and workup
• In‑hospital transfers from our own ECC and Surgery teams
• A community of pet owners who are engaged, educated, and invested in their animals’ health

This is an opportunity to build something meaningful in a region where you can make a real difference, and to do so with the full infrastructure of a modern specialty hospital supporting you from day one.

THE HOSPITAL

Our 15,000 sq ft facility was purpose‑built for specialty medicine. You will not be working around limitations, you will be working with the tools you actually need:

• In‑house CT and full fluoroscopy capability, including myelography
• MRI arriving on‑site by end of year 2026
• 5 state‑of‑the‑art surgical suites
• 12 treatment stations and 12 consult rooms
• Central O, gas, and suction lines throughout
• Dedicated endoscopy and ultrasound suites
• Lecture hall for team education and case rounds

OUR PHILOSOPHY OF CARE

At WVC, we believe the client is part of the care team. Our clients aren’t obstacles to good medicine, they are partners in it. We look for team members who understand that clear, compassionate communication with pet owners isn’t separate from excellent clinical care; it is excellent clinical care. Neurologic disease is frightening and disorienting for families, and the specialist who thrives here will be someone who finds meaning in guiding clients through that uncertainty, someone who understands that a client who feels truly heard is a client whose pet gets better outcomes.

Veterinary medicine is a team sport. The most skilled clinician in the world does their best work when they are surrounded by people they trust, supported by staff who are well‑trained and motivated, and operating within a culture where no one is too proud to ask for help. That’s the environment we’ve built, and it’s the environment you’ll help sustain.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base Salary: $200,000 – $300,000, commensurate with experience
• Schedule: 3–4 days per week; flexible structure, negotiable to your life
• CE Support: Paid continuing education + time off
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match
• PTO & Leave: Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Pet Perks: Free doggy daycare + employee discounts on hospital services
• Relocation: Open to discussion for the right candidate

LIFE IN AGOURA HILLS

Agoura Hills sits at the heart of one of Southern California’s most enviable lifestyles. Spend your mornings surfing or wine tasting along the Malibu coast, your afternoons hiking the trails of the Santa Monica Mountains, and your evenings at one of the acclaimed restaurants in nearby Calabasas or charming Westlake Village. Whether you’re drawn to the outdoors, the food scene, or simply the pace of a community that feels a world away from the city, you’ll find it all within minutes of your front door.

READY TO DEFINE YOUR PRACTICE?

If you are a compassionate, team‑oriented neurologist who is energized by the idea of building something meaningful in a privately owned, clinician‑led practice, we would love to hear from you.

Please reach out confidentially with your CV and a brief introduction. We are happy to answer any questions and explore whether WVC is the right fit for where you are in your career.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• DACVIM (Neurology), board certified required
• Active California veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
• No history of malpractice or disciplinary actions
• 5+ years of clinical experience preferred; we value depth of skill over years on paper
• Genuine enthusiasm for client communication and team‑based medicine
• A collaborative spirit, you do your best work as part of something bigger than yourself