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Monrovia, California

Medical Director - Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Listed compensation

$180k-$200k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1h ago · Verified live

Job Description

Dr. Domotor’s Animal House in Monrovia, CA is looking for a Medi to join our wonderful team. This busy 3-doctor hospital has a dedicated team of Registered Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and Client Support Specialists to provide exceptional care to the dogs and cats in the surrounding community.

Dr. Domotor's Animal House has proudly cared for Monrovia's pets for decades. We are known for our tailored treatment plans and caring service, and we are committed to providing the best possible care for our clients. drdomotoranimalhouse.com

  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: General Practice
  • Avg. daily patient volume: [16 + /day]
  • Support staff ratio: [3: 1]
  • Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, sick pets
  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, digital dental, laser therapy
  • Building: 3800 sf, 6 exam rooms
  • Team culture: Collaborative, strong team culture
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • $180k - $200k annual salary + production bonus
  • Medical Director stipend
  • 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
  • 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
  • Sign on and Retention bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match

Position Summary

The Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example—delivering high quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.

In alignment with AmeriVet’s strategic vision for veterinary excellence, the MD balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of their time providing direct patient care while also guiding medical quality and supporting the professional growth of the veterinary team. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice.

Responsibilities & Objectives

Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice, exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.

  • Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture in which:
  • Patient care and safety always come first
  • Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas
  • The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences

Coach, Mentor, and Manage Veterinarians, Ensuring They

  • Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care
  • Demonstrate excellent client communication and education
  • Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records
  • Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products
  • Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture
  • Receive regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability as needed

Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment.

Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team, including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.

Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.

Partner Closely with the Practice Manager To

Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities

Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.

  • Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control
  • Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team

Plan and Participate in Hospital-wide Meetings

Support strategic initiatives and operational excellence, including performance metrics and business goals

Oversee the maintenance, and appropriate use of hospital medical equipment, ensuring safety, maintenance, functionality, and regulatory compliance

Actively engage with the local community to strengthen the hospital’s presence and impact, supporting practice growth through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that improve access to quality care and advance the well-being of pets in the community.

Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to recruit, interview, and onboard high-quality veterinary talent.

Serve as the Responsible Veterinarian, as required by federal, state, or local regulations, including oversight of:

  • Any necessary federal, state or local registrations and permits
  • Controlled drug inventory, control and process
  • Radiation safety programs and compliance for the hospital, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer

Actively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital.

Amerivet Ambassador: Responsible for being an advocate and representative in support of our goals and values by attending events, regular calls etc. as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.

Skills Necessary for Success

Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex medical information through multiple methods and settings.

Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation capabilities, enabling efficient and effective hospital operations.

  • Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and consistently make thoughtful, wellinformed decisions.
  • Serve as a visible clinical leader and key driver of practice performance, quality of care, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions.

Highly developed interpersonal skills that inspire trust, engagement, and collaboration across the hospital team.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required.
  • Active licensure without restrictions in state of practice.
  • Active DEA Registration for responsible practice location(s).
  • Any required state-controlled substance, pharmacy or other licenses and/or registrations as required.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a practicing Veterinarian.
  • Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.
  • Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

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 serves as the clinical leader, overseeing medical quality, patient care standards, and team development. They balance hands-on clinical practice with operational leadership to ensure high-performing hospital culture and business goal achievement.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree and possess an active, unrestricted state license. A minimum of 3-5 years of practicing experience is required, with preference for prior leadership experience.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Clinical leadershipTeam managementMedical record keepingStrategic planningInventory managementPerformance managementStaff coaching

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

In California, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$156k (62 salary observations; 183 listings), vs ~$136k nationally (329 salary observations; 2,037 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 63% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is down 22.2% 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 ~$190k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $172k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

3.6/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site

Living in Monrovia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.01M
Typical market rent
$2,810/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
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 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Ameri Vet

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Production bonus
Medical Director stipend
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program
No negative accrual
Generous CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling