Veterinary Medical Director – Palmdale CA

Desort; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Licensing dues coverage

Liability coverage

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Desort, a growing veterinary practice in Palmdale, CA, seeks an experienced DVM to assume the Veterinary Medical Director role. You will provide expert medical care while guiding clinical standards and mentoring the veterinary team to drive growth and excellence.

You will maintain an active clinical caseload, collaborate with leadership to enhance workflows, and support recruitment and ongoing professional development of staff.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice.
• DEA registration and other credentials as applicable.
• Several years of clinical veterinary experience; leadership or mentoring preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality medical, surgical, diagnostic, and preventive care for patients.
• Lead medical standards and clinical care at the hospital.
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians and team members.
• Foster a collaborative, positive hospital culture and team development.
• Review cases and medical records to improve patient outcomes and standards.
• Collaborate with practice leadership to optimize workflows, scheduling, and hospital performance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of staff.
• Assist with compliance, equipment, and controlled substances protocols.
• Maintain a clinical caseload while balancing leadership duties.
• Participate in continuing education, team meetings, and community outreach.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director – Palmdale CA

A growing veterinary practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to take on a clinical leadership role while continuing to provide high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor who enjoys mentoring others, shaping medical standards, and contributing to the overall growth and success of a veterinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, diagnostic, and preventive care to veterinary patients.
• Serve as a clinical leader and help establish and maintain high standards of medical care.
• Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians and veterinary team members.
• Promote a collaborative and positive hospital culture.
• Review cases and medical records while identifying opportunities to improve patient outcomes and clinical standards.
• Work closely with practice leadership to improve workflows, scheduling, team development, and overall hospital performance.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of veterinary team members.
• Assist with compliance, equipment management, controlled substance protocols, and other clinical responsibilities as needed.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload while balancing leadership responsibilities.
• Participate in continuing education, team meetings, community outreach, and other professional development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited institution.
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice.
• DEA registration and other required credentials, as applicable.
• Several years of clinical veterinary experience preferred.
• Previous leadership, mentoring, or team development experience is preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, client-focused veterinary care.
• Ability to work collaboratively and positively with doctors, technicians, and support staff.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with production incentives.
• Additional leadership compensation.
• Sign-on and relocation assistance may be available.
• No negative accrual.
• Generous continuing education allowance.
• Paid professional licensing and membership dues.
• Liability coverage.
• Retirement plan with employer contribution or match.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
• Mentorship, professional development, and career advancement opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This veterinary organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.