Pays $120k-$220k — Veterinarian market median is ~$175k (88 jobs) · Above average in Veterinary Medicine for work-life (6.2/10, vs 3,706 in this specialty)
Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner
About the Role
Ownership/equity opportunity with no out-of-pocket cost. $120K-$220K. Flexible scheduling, no overnights. Urgent care in Monterey, CA.
Join Alliance Animal Health as a Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner in Monterey, California, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $120K - $220K
- Malpractice insurance covered.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Ownership/Equity opportunities with no out-of-pocket cost
- 100% employer paid medical premiums
- Liability coverage
- Paid licensing/fees including DEA
- CE allowance
- Employee assistance program
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers day shifts only, student loan benefits. Work with Alliance Animal Health in Monterey, California, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Medical Director will lead a new urgent care practice, overseeing daily medical operations and building a positive clinic culture. They are responsible for delivering world-class veterinary medicine while mentoring staff and managing the hospital's business success.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine and possess an active state license with at least 3 years of experience. A current DEA license or the ability to obtain one upon hire is required, along with strong leadership and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
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 ~$170k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $154k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 55% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner at Alliance Animal Health a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,706 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.2/10 on work-life balance for Veterinarian roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 88 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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