The Job Opportunity:

A modern small-animal veterinary hospital is seeking a Medical Director to serve as the clinical leader of its established medical team. This opportunity is adecuado for an experienced veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality patient care, enjoys mentoring others, and is ready to provide medical leadership while continuing to practice hands-on veterinary medicine.

The successful candidate will guide medical quality, support the development of the veterinary team, and foster a collaborative hospital culture centered on exceptional patient care and client communication. This role offers meaningful medical autonomy, strong technical support, and opportunities for continued professional development within a well-equipped practice.

Practice Information:

This spacious, modern small-animal general practice provides comprehensive veterinary care in a fully equipped hospital environment. The practice sees approximately 14–15 patients per doctor each day and maintains a supportive staffing model of approximately 1–3 support team members per DVM.

The hospital provides general preventive and medical care along with a diverse soft-tissue surgical caseload. Surgical procedures include spay and neuter, mass removal, laceration repair, cystotomy, gastropexy, enucleation, and other procedures appropriate to a general practice setting. Dentistry and comprehensive wellness care are also important components of the hospital's services.

The practice features three exam rooms and modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including in-house blood and urine laboratory testing, digital radiography, ultrasound, dental equipment, and digital dental radiography. DVMs are supported by skilled technicians and assistants who are passionate, hardworking, and committed to teamwork, client communication, and medical excellence.

Role Responsibilities:

- Provide high-quality medical, surgical, preventive, and dental care for companion animal patients

- Maintain an active clinical caseload while serving as the practice's medical leader

- Establish and uphold high standards of medical quality and patient care

- Mentor, coach, and support associate veterinarians and veterinary team members

- Provide guidance on clinical cases, medical protocols, and treatment plans





- Review medical records and cases to promote consistent, evidence-based veterinary care

- Foster a collaborative hospital culture focused on patient safety, teamwork, and exceptional client experiences

- Support the professional development and clinical growth of the veterinary team

- Perform routine and advanced soft-tissue surgical procedures appropriate to experience

- Utilize in-house laboratory diagnostics, digital radiography, ultrasound, and dental imaging to support accurate diagnosis and treatment

- Collaborate with hospital leadership on clinical workflows, scheduling, equipment, and operational priorities

- Educate clients regarding preventive healthcare, diagnostics, treatment recommendations, and long-term wellness

- Build strong, lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication and education

- Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development

- Contribute to the continued growth and success of the hospital and its medical team

Job Applicant Requirements:

- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary university

- Eligible for veterinary licensure

- Previous experience leading or managing a multi-doctor veterinary practice strongly preferred

- Current or previous experience as a Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, Medical Director, or similar clinical leadership role strongly encouraged

- Compassionate, client-centered approach to veterinary medicine

- Strong verbal, written, and client-education skills

- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities

- Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop veterinary professionals

- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset

- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and continuous professional growth

- Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships





- Ability to serve as a visible medical leader while maintaining a hands-on clinical role

Compensation &

Benefits May Include:

- Competitive base salary with production-based earning opportunities

- Long-term incentive compensation program with annual production-based bonus opportunities

- No-negative-accrual compensation model

- Transparent production metrics and operational support

- Sign-on bonus opportunities available for qualified candidates

- Relocation assistance available where applicable

- Employee referral incentive opportunities

- Retirement savings plan with employer matching

- Generous continuing education allowance

- Paid professional licensing fees and professional dues

- Flexible scheduling designed to support a strong work-life balance

- Mentorship and individualized career development programs

- Tailored professional development and career pathing opportunities

- Student loan assistance opportunities

- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees

- Life insurance and mental health resources

- Paid time off and holidays for eligible full-time employees

- Medical autonomy supported by experienced leadership and strong medical systems

- Skilled technical and assistant support

- Access to modern in-house laboratory, imaging, and dental equipment

- Leadership opportunities focused on mentorship and medical team development

- Collaborative hospital culture centered on medical excellence and exceptional patient care

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📌 Medical Director Small Animal Practice (San Rafael)
🏢 Sterling Recruiting Services
📍 San Rafael