Veterinary Medical Director – Riverside, CA

Desort; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Production bonus

CE allowance

Licenses and dues

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan with match

Leadership development

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

Desort is seeking a Veterinary Medical Director in Riverside, CA to lead a collaborative clinical team and deliver high-quality patient care. The role offers a competitive base and production bonus with leadership development opportunities.

You will oversee medical services, mentor staff, and partner with hospital leadership to uphold standards while ensuring exceptional client care and hospital growth.

Qualifications

• Leadership mindset with team-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Strong surgical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care.
• Lead and mentor the veterinary team.
• Foster strong client relationships through compassionate communication.
• Support clinical standards and medical excellence.
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive team success.

Skills

Leadership

Surgical skills

Communication

Education

DVM/VMD

Active veterinary license

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director - Riverside, CA

An established small animal hospital is seeking a Medical Director to lead a collaborative clinical team while delivering high-quality patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinarian ready to step into a leadership role within a supportive and well-equipped practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care
• Lead and mentor the veterinary team
• Foster strong client relationships through compassionate communication
• Support clinical standards and medical excellence
• Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive team success

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent
• Eligible for or currently holding an active veterinary license
• Strong surgical skills
• Leadership mindset with team-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and client care skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + production bonus
• Medical Director leadership stipend
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid licenses and professional dues
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance
• Relocation assistance available
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Mentorship and leadership development programs
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

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.