Veterinary Medical Director – Ventura, CA

Desort; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Continuing education support

Professional licensing assistance

Flexible scheduling

Strong work-life balance

Access to advanced medical equipment

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Desort Veterinary practice in Ventura, CA seeks a Veterinary Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and expand its specialty services. The role focuses on advanced medicine, collaboration, and growth of a progressive veterinary team.

You will lead surgical care, mentor staff, and set high standards for patient care and client relationships. The ideal candidate holds a DVM/VMD or equivalent, ACVS board certification, and an active license, with strong surgical experience and a

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program.
• Board certification in veterinary surgery, preferably through ACVS.
• Active or eligible veterinary license.
• Advanced surgical experience and strong clinical judgment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary veterinary team.
• Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based patient care.
• Interest in helping develop and grow a specialty service.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced veterinary surgical care for patients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop appropriate treatment plans.
• Perform surgical procedures and oversee patient care throughout treatment.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff on complex cases.
• Help establish and develop specialty service protocols.
• Mentor and share clinical expertise with other veterinary professionals.
• Contribute to case discussions and ongoing medical education.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records.
• Promote high standards of patient care and client communication.
• Support the continued growth and development of the clinical team.

Skills

Advanced surgical experience

Strong clinical judgment

Excellent communication

Collaborative team player

Evidence-based patient care

Leadership development

Education

DVM/VMD or equivalent degree

Board certification in veterinary surgery (ACVS preferred)

Active or eligible veterinary license

Job description

Veterinary Medical Director — Ventura, CA

A growing specialty veterinary practice is seeking an experienced veterinarian to provide clinical leadership while helping develop and expand its specialty services. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor who enjoys advanced medicine, collaboration, and contributing to the growth of a progressive veterinary team.

What You’ll Do

• Provide advanced veterinary surgical care for patients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop appropriate treatment plans
• Perform surgical procedures and oversee patient care throughout treatment
• Collaborate with veterinarians and support staff on complex cases
• Help establish and develop specialty service protocols
• Mentor and share clinical expertise with other veterinary professionals
• Contribute to case discussions and ongoing medical education
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records
• Promote high standards of patient care and client communication
• Support the continued growth and development of the clinical team

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program
• Board certification in veterinary surgery, preferably through ACVS
• Active or eligible veterinary license
• Advanced surgical experience and strong clinical judgment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary veterinary team
• Commitment to high-quality, evidence-based patient care
• Interest in helping develop and grow a specialty service

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Continuing education support
• Professional licensing and membership assistance
• Flexible scheduling
• Strong work-life balance
• Access to advanced medical equipment and resources
• Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

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.