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Ameri Vet
Los Angeles, California

Veterinarian - Medical Director

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$160k-$225k

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Job Description

About Our Clinic

shadowhillspetclinic.com

Lead the team at Shadow Hills Pet Clinic in Sun Valley! We're not your average clinic – we're one in a million! With a talented support staff and up-to-date equipment, you can practice medicine your way, performing diagnostics, procedures, and surgery in-house.

We are looking for an experienced Veterinarian to lead our collaborative three doctor team. We are ready to welcome a new colleague to help grow the practice. Shadow Hills Pet Clinic has been in business for 50 years. Enjoy a loyal clientele, fantastic pay, and the opportunity to shape your career just the way you want.

Located just 15 miles from downtown Los Angeles, and in the Burbank, North Hollywood area, Sun Valley offers a wealth of exciting activities. Explore the stunning Hansen Dam Recreational Area, hike and sightsee in Griffith Park, or have a blast at Universal Studios Hollywood!

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation ($160,000-$225,000) plus production bonus (depending on experience)
  • $50k sign on bonuses available
  • Relocation assistance
  • Medical Director stipend
  • Continuing Education stipend and PTO to attend CE
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
  • 401k with match
  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: GP
  • Avg. daily patient volume: [18 /day]
  • Support staff ratio: [2: 1]
  • Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, sick pets
  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, dental x-ray
  • Team culture: Collaborative, tenured, skilled
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • 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
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded

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

(Optional role-specific skills: Medical Director, exotics, soft tissue or orthopedic surgery, new-grad friendly, etc.)

Let’s Talk About Your Next Opportunity

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

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 a collaborative team of three doctors while performing diagnostics, procedures, and surgeries. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care and fostering long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Team leadershipSoft tissue surgeryMedical record keepingClinical management

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$193k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $174k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Ameri Vet ranks #10 of 12 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$160k–$225kVeterinary Medicine median $163k (middle half $145k–$185k)58 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$174k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in California273 active3,177 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 86% no call · 82% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$50k sign-on · loan repaymentCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 13% offer loan repayment394 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings949 in the last 30 days550 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Ameri Vet#10 of 12 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

14 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

14 jobs · 12 employers
4
<$145k
3
$160k
3
$165k-185k
3
$200k
1
$210k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

13 jobs · 12 employers
Sign-on bonus
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
85% this job
Relocation assistance
69% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Associate Veterinarian

Companion Pet Partners · Santa Cruz, California

$160k-$210k
#2

GP-Associate Veterinarian-Lincoln Hills Veterinary Hospital

Dvm Launch · Lincoln Hills, California

$140k-$200k
#3

Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)- Bayside Animal Hospital

$140k-$200k
#4

Veterinarian - Panorama City, CA

$150k-$200k
+ 12 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.6
Better work-life than 20% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,095 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

Competitive compensation $160,000-$225,000 plus production bonus
$50k sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Medical Director stipend
Continuing Education stipend and PTO
Generous Paid Time Off
Flexible scheduling
Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$922k≈ 5.8× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,772/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.