Veterinary Medical Director

Global Talent Partners; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Discounts on care and products

Job summary

Global Talent Partners seeks a Veterinary Medical Director in Huntington Beach, CA. This full-time leadership role oversees multi-site veterinary care, shapes medical standards, and mentors teams across a hospital group, with a competitive salary up to $226,000.

Responsibilities include medical leadership, quality initiatives, regulatory compliance, and maintaining a clinical caseload in wellness, surgery, and dentistry.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active California veterinary license (or ability to obtain promptly).
• DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Demonstrated proficiency in routine surgery and dentistry.
• Prior leadership experience; multi-site medical leadership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership to veterinarians and support teams across multiple sites.
• Lead clinical quality initiatives, including medical record reviews and patient safety checks.
• Oversee regulatory permits and controlled substance compliance.
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor doctors; coach new graduates and learners in-clinic.
• Partner with practice management to meet hospital performance goals while maintaining standards of care.
• Maintain a clinical caseload including wellness, dentistry, routine surgery, and diagnostics.
• Manage medical equipment needs and long-term maintenance across hospitals.
• Champion preventive care and enhance client experience.

Skills

Leadership

Governance

Communication

Problem solving

Travel between hospitals

Education

DVM or VMD

Tools

Digital radiology

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director

J889230 Huntington Beach California USD149K- USD226K / Year

Lead multi-site veterinary care in Surf City USA with salary up to $226,000. This full-time Area Chief of Staff Veterinarian role in Huntington Beach, CA offers the chance to shape medical standards, mentor teams, and elevate client experience across a hospital group.

The Hospital

A well-established small-animal general practice with a strong local client base and a collaborative, team-focused culture. The hospital environment is welcoming and client-facing, supported by experienced veterinarians and registered veterinary technicians. Services include preventive and wellness care, vaccinations, dentistry, routine surgery, digital radiology, microchipping, and access to an in-clinic and online pharmacy. The clinic operates Monday through Saturday during daytime hours, with structured onboarding, ongoing career development resources, and practical tools that streamline patient care.

Location

• Set in Huntington Beach, CA, this role places the successful candidate in a lively coastal city known for beach life, outdoor recreation, and easy regional access.
• Ten miles of sandy coastline and an iconic pier, with year-round beach and surf culture
• Huntington Central Park offering trails, sports facilities, and a nature center
• Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve nearby for birding, photography, and volunteer opportunities
• Signature events including the US Open of Surfing, the Pacific Airshow, and major July 4 festivities
• Convenient access to John Wayne (SNA) and Long Beach (LGB) airports, plus drivable to LAX
• A large, vibrant beach community with extensive retail, dining, and outdoor options
• Golden West College within the city and several major universities in the region
• Strong local healthcare access with regional medical centers a short drive away

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for production-based incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE days
• Reimbursement for state licensing and DEA fees
• Professional liability coverage
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Uniform allowance
• Relocation assistance considered for qualified candidates
• Discounts on veterinary care and products

The Role

• Full-time, hospital-based, multi-site leadership position
• Provide medical leadership to veterinarians and credentialed support teams, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture
• Lead clinical quality initiatives, including medical record reviews, case discussions, and patient safety checks
• Serve as the responsible veterinarian for regulatory permits as needed; oversee controlled substance compliance
• Recruit, onboard, and mentor doctors; guide coaching programs for new graduates and support learners in-clinic
• Partner with practice management to deliver hospital performance goals while upholding high standards of care
• Maintain a clinical caseload in general practice, including wellness care, dentistry, routine surgery, and diagnostics
• Manage medical equipment needs and maintenance planning across assigned hospitals
• Champion preventive care and consistently enhance the client experience
• Schedule aligned to hospital operating hours, generally Monday through Saturday

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
• Active California veterinary license (or ability to obtain promptly)
• DEA registration (or eligibility)
• Demonstrated proficiency in routine surgery and dentistry
• Prior leadership experience; multi-site medical leadership preferred
• Strong clinical governance, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable with digital radiology and general practice workflows
• Valid driver license and ability to travel between local hospitals as needed
• Eligibility to work in the United States