Veterinary Medical Director

MARS Veterinary; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Dedicated admin time

Wellness program

PTO + 401(k)

Disability & life insurance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital Irvine is seeking a collaborative, visionary Medical Director to lead our team of emergency and specialty clinicians. You will partner with hospital administration to maintain outstanding medical quality, staff engagement, and a thriving, learning-focused culture.

In this role you will oversee clinical standards, lead recruiting and retention efforts, nurture referral relationships, and ensure patient care excellence while balancing administrative responsibilities and

Qualifications

• Proven veterinary leadership experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Experience leading emergency or specialty teams is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and elevate patient care, client service and safety.
• Lead recruiting, engagement and retention for top clinicians.
• Strengthen referral partner relationships through visits and collaborations.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical leadership

Recruiting & retention

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director# BluePearl Careers## Veterinary Medical DirectorApply: BluePearl Irvine|150082: Full time: Posted 30+ Days Ago: R-247660If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.**Medical Director – BluePearl Pet Hospital, Irvine, CA| Competitive Compensation, Sign-On Bonus, and Relocation Assistance Available!**BluePearl Pet Hospital in Irvine, CA is seeking a collaborative, engaged, and visionary veterinary leader to serve as Medical Director for our team of emergency and specialty clinicians. In this pivotal role, you’ll partner closely with hospital administration to foster a strong sense of community, support a thriving team environment, and champion our unwavering commitment to outstanding medical quality.**What We Offer:*** **Competitive salary**: $220,000–$260,000 annually* **Eligibility for production, sign-on bonus, and relocation support*** **Dedicated admin time** to lead effectively without sacrificing work-life balance***Pay Range Disclaimer:** The listed compensation reflects an average of base salary and production earnings. Actual compensation may vary based on specialty and market-specific considerations.***Your Core Responsibilities:*** Uphold and elevate standards in patient care, client service, and safety* Build and support a learning-focused, clinician-driven culture* Lead recruiting, engagement, and retention efforts for top-tier talent* Strengthen relationships with referral partners through visits, CE presentations, and collaborative case discussions**Who You Are:*** A confident, collaborative veterinary professional with several years of clinical experience* An enthusiastic relationship-builder, both in-hospital and within the wider veterinary community* A proactive leader who inspires teams and leads with heart and purpose**Why BluePearl?**We’re a community of passionate caregivers driven by a shared mission: to deliver the most advanced veterinary care possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, our clinicians gain access to:* World-class CE opportunities through BluePearl University and beyond* A clinical leveling system to support your professional growth* Leadership development programs to help you grow into your next big role* Access to 2,000+ medical journals, webinars, and peer learning**Your Wellness Matters:**We care deeply for our people. That’s why we offer:* **Comprehensive benefits**: health, dental, vision, PTO, parental leave, and 401(k)* **Company-paid** short/long-term disability and life insurance* **Mental health support:** 12 free mental health sessions per year, and the Lyra platform* **Discounts** on pet care, food, and Trupanion insurance* **Annual BluePearl store allowance******If you are an experienced doctor and want to be part of the largest network of interdisciplinary pet hospitals that combines expertise and passion to deliver the most advanced veterinary care, **let's chat!****Why BluePearl? Because it is an exceptional place to work!***BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.*