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Join a vibrant team at a fast-paced animal care hospital as a Medical Director Veterinarian. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated staff while ensuring top-notch medical care for our patients. With flexible scheduling and extensive benefits, including future ownership opportunities, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in veterinary medicine. Enjoy a supportive work environment and a thriving culture in the beautiful Palmdale area, where you can explore scenic parks and enjoy the dynamic city life of Los Angeles. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to advance your career!
Company Description
High Desert Animal Care Hospital, located in the beautiful Palmdale, CA area, is a fast-paced small animal practice! For over 30 years, we’ve been providing exceptional care to our local patients—from routine check-ups to complex surgeries—handling everything from urgent walk-ins to challenging cases.
Whether it’s diving into a busy day of appointments, tackling new challenges, or learning and growing as a team, we’re always in it together. If you’re ready to join a dedicated, fun-loving team that looks forward to coming to work every day, this is the place for you!
Why join us?
Thriving culture: Our close-knit staff enjoys a positive work environment
Strong support staff: Our DVMs love having a support staff that is highly trained with tenured team members
Benefits: We offer DVMs extensive benefits including a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan reimbursement, future ownership opportunities, etc.!
Future Partnership Opportunity: Qualify for equity or ownership through our Partner Track program following successful employment. Interested? Ask us for more details!
Services Include: Routine Care, Dentistry, In-House Diagnostics, Cold Laser Therapy, Digital X-Rays, Ultrasounds, Complete Surgical Suite, etc. Learn more about our hospital here.
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Our Palmdale and Antelope Valley veterinarian office is very easy to get to and is about an hour outside of Hollywood, CA. Palmdale truly has something for everyone! Whether you're exploring scenic parks, hiking trails, or enjoying live music and delicious dining, there's always something to do. Plus, you're just a short drive from LA's dynamic city scene, breathtaking beaches, and snowy mountain peaks perfect for skiing.
Job Description
As the Medical Director Veterinarian, you will serve as the pivotal leader of our hospital. Your role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to leadership and staff management, client relations, medical quality assurance, financial oversight of the practice in partnership with Regional Manager. This role is integral to the success of our hospital, and we are excited to have you bring your expertise and leadership to our team.
We offer our veterinarians:
Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy
Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)
Future Ownership Opportunities
Competitive Compensation
DVM Mentor Network
Paid CE Allowance & Professional Dues
Salary Range can vary from $140,000 to $180,000. Determining factor is solely based off experience, qualifications, schedule, compensation structure, and is subjected to change per applicable candidate.
Qualifications
Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
Active veterinary state license
Current DEA License preferred but not required
USDA Accreditation preferred but not required
Additional Information
WE ARE A DRUG-FREE, SMOKE-FREE, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin