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Companion Pet Partners
San Diego, California

Veterinary Medical Director

Veterinary MedicineIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$170K - $220K

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Why Join Our Team

CoastView Veterinary Hospital is a transformative veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate, low-stress care through our Fear Free Certified approach. We prioritize the emotional well-being of our patients alongside their physical health, creating better visits, healthier outcomes, and happier families.

Our modern facility features a full IDEXX in-house laboratory and five spacious exam rooms designed with patient comfort in mind. This progressive environment combines the latest technology with thoughtfully designed spaces that support our mission of reducing fear, anxiety, and stress for every pet we treat.

  • What Sets Us Apart
  • Fear Free Certified: Comprehensive training and protocols to minimize patient anxiety
  • Tranquil Environment: Purpose-designed spaces that prioritize pet comfort
  • Modern Technology: State-of-the-art equipment including full IDEXX lab capabilities
  • Comprehensive Care: Complete medical, surgical, and preventative services
  • Client Education: Communication strategies that help reduce pet stress at home and during visits

Join our skilled, empathetic team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them. Experience veterinary medicine where compassionate care and modern techniques combine to create truly exceptional patient experiences.

About This Role

Join our veterinary hospital as a Medical Director and lead our clinical team to new heights of excellence! In this prestigious leadership position, you'll shape the medical direction of our practice while fostering a culture of compassionate, high-quality veterinary care.

As the clinical cornerstone of our hospital, you'll mentor and develop our veterinary team, establish medical protocols, and collaborate with hospital leadership to drive growth and innovation. This influential role offers the perfect combination of clinical practice and executive leadership, allowing you to make a profound impact on patient care, team development, and hospital success. If you're passionate about elevating veterinary medicine and ready to lead a dedicated team, we invite you to join us in this pivotal position.

What Success Looks Like

Clinical Excellence: You'll establish and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care by implementing best practices, guiding medical protocols, and ensuring every patient receives exceptional treatment.

Team Leadership: You'll inspire and develop our veterinary team through mentorship, training, and fostering a positive hospital culture where professionals feel valued, supported, and motivated to excel.

Strategic Partnership: You'll collaborate with the Hospital Manager and regional leadership to identify growth opportunities, address challenges, and make strategic decisions that enhance both patient care and hospital performance.

Quality Assurance: You'll monitor clinical outcomes, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvements to continuously elevate the level of medicine practiced at our hospital.

Client Advocacy: You'll ensure exceptional client experiences by guiding communication standards, addressing complex cases or concerns, and fostering trust between our practice and the community we serve.

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with current state license and DEA registration
  • Exceptional clinical skills with comprehensive knowledge of veterinary medicine
  • Strong leadership abilities with experience mentoring and developing veterinary professionals
  • Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
  • Outstanding communication skills that inspire confidence in team members and clients
  • Sound business acumen with understanding of veterinary practice operations
  • Adaptability and composure when managing complex situations or competing priorities
  • Collaborative approach to working with hospital leadership and regional teams
  • Genuine compassion for animals and commitment to the highest standards of care
  • Willingness to serve as the veterinary face of the practice in professional and regulatory contexts

Education & Experience

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required
  • Current state veterinary license in good standing
  • Current DEA license required
  • 3-5 years of clinical experience preferred
  • Previous leadership or mentoring experience highly desirable
  • Experience with practice management and team development a plus

How We'll Support You

  • Competitive salary ($170,000 - $220,000 base) + production
  • Performance Bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and continuing education support with reimbursement
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid license fees, VIN/Plumbs membership, and liability insurance
  • Employee referral program and financial wellness support
  • Relocation assistance available

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Medical Director will lead the clinical team by establishing medical protocols, mentoring staff, and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. They will also collaborate with hospital leadership to drive growth, innovation, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree with a current state license and DEA registration. The role requires 3-5 years of clinical experience, with previous leadership or mentoring experience being highly desirable.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipTeam mentorshipMedical protocol developmentStrategic planningClient communicationSurgical servicesPreventative careStaff developmentFear Free certificationDiagnostic laboratory skills

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$195k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $176k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score
  • Includes call

Living in San Diego

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1,006k
Typical market rent
$3,036/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.9
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Companion Pet Partners

Veterinary Services
Burbank, California
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Performance Bonus
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education Support
401(k) with Company Match
Paid License Fees