Veterinary Medical Director – Valley Village, California
Location: Valley Village, California
Salary: $175,000–$250,000 per year plus production
Schedule: Full-time
Sign-on Bonus: Up to $75,000
Benefits: Performance bonuses, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, continuing education support, paid professional fees, and relocation assistance
About the Role
A veterinary practice is seeking an experienced Veterinary Medical Director to lead its clinical team in Valley Village, California.
Offering a highly competitive $175,000–$250,000 salary plus production, performance bonus opportunities, and up to a $75,000 sign-on bonus, this is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished veterinarian ready to combine clinical practice with meaningful leadership responsibilities.
The Medical Director will shape the clinical direction of the practice, mentor and develop veterinary professionals, establish medical protocols, and collaborate with operational leadership to support continued growth and clinical excellence.
This position provides the opportunity to make a significant impact across patient care, team development, client experience, and overall practice performance while continuing to practise high-quality veterinary medicine.
About the Practice
This is an established, community-focused small animal veterinary practice located in Valley Village, California, within the greater Los Angeles area.
The practice has served its local community for more than 20 years and focuses on strengthening the human-animal bond through compassionate, personalised veterinary medicine.
Client education is central to its approach, ensuring pet owners have a clear understanding of their pet's health, available treatment options, and ongoing care requirements.
The Medical Director will join a collaborative and growth-focused veterinary team where clinical excellence, communication, professional development, and team input are highly valued.
Responsibilities
The Veterinary Medical Director will:
Provide high-quality clinical veterinary care while setting and maintaining medical standards across the practice.
Establish, review, and implement clinical protocols and veterinary best practices.
Mentor, coach, and develop veterinarians and other clinical team members.
Foster a positive, supportive, and accountable workplace culture.
Monitor clinical outcomes and identify opportunities to continuously improve patient care.
Provide constructive clinical feedback and encourage ongoing professional development.
Collaborate with practice management and wider operational leadership on strategic initiatives.
Identify opportunities for practice growth, improved efficiency, and enhanced clinical services.
Support decision-making relating to medical standards, team performance, and practice development.
Guide client communication standards and help maintain an exceptional client experience.
Provide leadership and guidance with complex clinical cases or client concerns.
Represent the veterinary team in appropriate professional and regulatory matters.
Promote a culture centred on compassionate medicine, teamwork, and continuous clinical improvement.
Candidate Profile
Applicants must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent, together with a current California veterinary licence in good standing and appropriate DEA registration.
The ideal candidate will bring:
3–5 years of clinical veterinary experience preferred
Previous leadership, mentoring, or veterinary team development experience
Strong clinical knowledge across small animal veterinary medicine
Excellent leadership and people-development capabilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Sound clinical judgement and confident decision-making abilities
An understanding of veterinary practice operations and commercial performance
Strategic thinking with the ability to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
Confidence managing complex cases, situations, and competing priorities
A collaborative approach to working with clinical and operational leadership
A genuine commitment to animal welfare and high standards of veterinary medicine
Previous experience in veterinary leadership, practice management, or team development would be particularly advantageous.
Compensation & Benefits
The position offers an attractive senior-level compensation and benefits package, including:
$175,000–$250,000 annual salary
Production-based compensation
Up to $75,000 sign-on bonus
Performance bonus opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off
Continuing education support and reimbursement
Paid veterinary licence fees
Professional veterinary resource memberships
Professional liability insurance
Employee referral programme
Financial wellness support
Relocation assistance available
Apply Today
This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced veterinarian seeking a Veterinary Medical Director job in Valley Village, California, with significant earning potential, a substantial sign-on incentive, and the opportunity to influence the clinical direction of an established small animal practice.
Veterinarians looking to progress into senior leadership or experienced veterinary leaders seeking their next opportunity in the Los Angeles, California veterinary market are encouraged to apply.
Contact:
Matt Doyle – Associate Talent Partner
T: (213) 258-1399
E: matt@supreme-ss.com