Owner & Medical Director Veterinarian – Lead & Grow Practice

Veterinary Practice Partners; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan contribution

PTO + CE time

Annual CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Licensing/DEA/AVMA PLIT/VIN coverage

Job summary

Veterinary Practice Partners in the Greater Sacramento area invites experienced veterinarians to pursue ownership without starting from zero. Serve as Medical Director and part-owner, shaping medical approach, building your team, and crafting a lasting practice culture.

You will join an existing space and take a leadership role with a structured co-ownership model, including meaningful equity and defined participation in growth, while VPP delivers operating, HR, recruiting, and marketing

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent.
• Active California veterinary license or ability to obtain.
• 3+ years clinical experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Interest in practice ownership and building a hospital for long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Establish and uphold medical standards and protocols.
• Lead effective case flow and clinical decision-making.
• Ensure high-quality patient care and clear client communication.
• Oversee medical record accuracy and charge capture.
• Identify and implement clinical service enhancements.
• Help recruit, hire, and onboard veterinarians and support staff.
• Build and develop a strong clinical team.
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support continued clinical development.
• Contribute to operational strategy and scheduling.
• Foster a collaborative, team-first culture.
• Help shape the hospital's identity and long-term vision.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining medical excellence.
• Participate in annual planning and performance review.
• Support marketing and community engagement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical leadership

Team building

Education

DVM or equivalent

Job description

Veterinary Practice Partners in the Greater Sacramento area invites experienced veterinarians to pursue ownership without starting from zero. Serve as Medical Director and part-owner, shaping medical approach, building your team, and crafting a lasting practice culture.

You will join an existing space and take a leadership role with a structured co-ownership model, including meaningful equity and defined participation in growth, while VPP delivers operating, HR, recruiting, and marketing