Veterinary Medical Director — Lead Clinicians, 4‑Day Week

Global Talent Partners; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing/relocation up to $100,000

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer contribution

Generous paid time off and holidays

Continuing education stipend

Professional liability coverage

Mentorship and leadership development

Job summary

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director for a well-established Riverside, CA practice. Lead medical operations, uphold high standards of patient care, and guide a dedicated team in a full-service, small-animal hospital.

The role offers a competitive compensation up to $210,000 per year, with a signing/relocation package and comprehensive benefits, plus a four-day workweek to support work-life balance and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active California veterinary license (or eligibility).
• DEA registration (or eligibility).
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1+ year of clinical experience with diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry.
• Proven leadership and strong communication, team-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and uphold high standards of patient care.
• Mentor veterinarians and clinical teams; foster collaborative culture.
• Deliver clinical care across exams, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry.
• Communicate with clients to guide diagnostics, treatment plans, and follow-up.
• Maintain medical records and ensure controlled substance compliance.
• Partner with leadership on protocols, scheduling, and quality assurance.
• Support hospital performance and operational goals.
• Participate in daily rounds and monitor hospitalized cases.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical skills (diagnostics, surgery,

Education

DVM or VMD degree

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director for a well-established Riverside, CA practice. Lead medical operations, uphold high standards of patient care, and guide a dedicated team in a full-service, small-animal hospital.

The role offers a competitive compensation up to $210,000 per year, with a signing/relocation package and comprehensive benefits, plus a four-day workweek to support work-life balance and ongoing professional development.