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Ameri Vet
Granada Hills, California

Veterinarian - Medical Director

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$200k-$250k

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Job Description

Balboa Veterinary Medical Center is a thriving, well established practice in Granada Hills, CA. with modern equipment, loyal clients, and a team that genuinely likes each other. We are looking for an experienced Veterinarian to lead our amazing team. Join a skilled and supportive staff in a space where you can practice real medicine your way. We have been in business for over 40 years, and our clientele is waiting for a great DVM to care for their pets.

Balboa Veterinary Medical Center | Best Veterinary Care in C...

  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: [20 /day]
  • Support staff ratio: [2: 1]
  • Case mix: Wellness, Sick Patients, surgery, dentistry
  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, Digital Dental, ultrasound, in-house labs
  • Team culture: Collaborative, supportive, skilled

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $200k - $250k annual salary + production bonus (depending on experience)
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program - earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • $50k sign on bonuses available
  • Medical Director stipend
  • Relocation assistance
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

  • Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You'll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career

Who You Are & How You'll Make a Difference

You Are a Veterinarian Who Is

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills

About the Area

Granada Hills is a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles, located at the foothills of the Santa Susana Mountains. Visit

Chatsworth Street (Old Granada Hills) and enjoy a charming “small‑town Main Street” feel with local shops, restaurants, and small businesses,

Let's Talk About Your Next Opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Stacey Clark at stacey.clark@amerivet.com anytime.

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
  • Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will lead the veterinary team and oversee clinical operations at the practice. They are responsible for providing high-quality medical and surgical care while fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Team managementIn-house laboratory diagnosticsMedical record keepingClient relationship managementCollaborative teamwork

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In California, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$164k (101 salary observations; 323 listings), vs ~$138k nationally (536 salary observations; 3,274 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$225k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $203k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 43 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 47% have no call, 40% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Ameri Vet ranks #16 of 20 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks27 jobs · 22 employers

Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 1.3
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,018 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$200K-$250K base salary
Production bonus
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
$50K sign-on bonus
Medical Director stipend
Relocation assistance
Transparent production metrics