Veterinary Medical Director — 4‑Day Week Leadership & Growth

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 280,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with employer match

Professional liability coverage

Continuing education support

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

SAGE Redwood City is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead a high-volume, multi-specialty and emergency hospital. You will balance strategic leadership with active clinical practice to drive patient care and clinician development.

The role features a four-day workweek with three administrative days and one clinical day, plus opportunities to guide hospital renovation and expansion and to influence medical standards within Ethos Veterinary Health.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with California licensure eligibility.
• At least 5 years of clinical multi-specialty or emergency experience.
• At least 2 years in veterinary leadership and change management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic medical leadership for a high-volume hospital.
• Oversee medical standards, protocols, and quality initiatives.
• Partner with Hospital Director on operations, recruitment, and long-term planning.
• Guide ER and specialty doctors along with mentorship programs.
• Maintain a clinical caseload one day per week.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable hospital culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentorship

Strategic thinking

People development

Education

DVM or equivalent

Tools

California veterinary license

Job description

SAGE Redwood City is seeking an experienced Medical Director to lead a high-volume, multi-specialty and emergency hospital. You will balance strategic leadership with active clinical practice to drive patient care and clinician development.

The role features a four-day workweek with three administrative days and one clinical day, plus opportunities to guide hospital renovation and expansion and to influence medical standards within Ethos Veterinary Health.