Veterinary Emergency Medical Director

Brief Media, Inc.; Norwalk (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MD Stipend

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Parental leave

Discounted pet services

Job summary

Crossroads Animal Emergency & Referral Center in Norwalk, CA, seeks a Veterinary Emergency Medical Director to lead clinical operations, drive growth, and uphold the highest standards of patient care. You'll partner with the practice manager and leadership team to shape strategy, mentor staff, and cultivate an exceptional hospital culture.

This role includes a sign-on bonus up to $75k and a retention bonus up to $25k over 3 years, with a compensation range of $200,000-$250,000.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing for the hiring state.
• Active DEA license or licensure eligible.

Responsibilities

• Lead hospital operations and clinical initiatives to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Partner with the practice manager and leadership to set strategy and drive growth.
• Mentor staff and foster a collaborative, supportive hospital culture.

Skills

DVM/VMD

State License

DEA licensure

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) / VMD

Job description

Veterinary Emergency Medical Director

Full Time

Crossroads Animal Emergency & Referral Center

Sign On Bonus of up to $75k and Retention Bonus of up to $25k over 3 years

About You

As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

At Crossroads, you'll join a truly dedicated team. Many of our doctors and support staff have spent much of their careers here, creating a culture built on trust, teamwork, and a shared passion for exceptional patient care. We believe the best medicine happens when people enjoy working together, and our team embraces a collaborative, supportive approach where everyone is willing to lend a hand when needed.

We work hard, celebrate often, and genuinely enjoy each other's company. From recognizing work anniversaries and celebrating holidays to cheering on everyday successes, we make it a priority to create an environment where people feel valued, supported, and connected.

Life in Norwalk, California

Nestled in the heart of Southern California, Norwalk offers the perfect blend of convenience, sunshine, and adventure. Whether you're spending the day at nearby Long Beach, Seal Beach, or Huntington Beach, exploring Disneyland or Knott's Berry Farm, or enjoying a night out in Los Angeles or Orange County, there's always something to do just a short drive away.

If you love the outdoors, you'll appreciate easy access to the San Gabriel River Trail for biking, running, and walking, while the mountains, desert, and ski resorts are close enough for weekend getaways. Closer to home, you'll find a welcoming community, vibrant arts and culture at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, excellent educational opportunities, and year-round sunshine that makes it easy to enjoy life both inside and outside the hospital.

At Crossroads, you'll find more than a great career opportunity, you'll find a supportive team, a thriving community, and a place where you can truly feel at home.

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation
• MD Stipend
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

We have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddies, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

Compensation: $200,000-$250,000 (commensurate with experience)

Schedule: Full-Time | Sunday-Tuesday

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual PROSAL full-time range starting at $200,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.