Area Medical Director
About The Position
At Modern Animal, we’re redefining veterinary care with a technology-forward approach and a deep commitment to our people. We equip our clinics with the tools, resources, and support needed to deliver exceptional care to pets and their owners. If you’re a thoughtful, results-driven leader excited by the opportunity to develop doctors, support high-performing teams, and elevate clinical standards across multiple clinics, we’d love to meet you. Want a closer look at what makes Modern Animal different? Watch " Inside Modern Animal " for a behind-the-scenes glimpse. The Opportunity As an Area Medical Director, you’ll oversee medical leadership and clinical development across Northern California, with potential expansion into other regions. You’ll directly manage a team of Lead Doctors and partner closely with Area Clinic Managers and cross-functional leaders to uphold the highest standards of care across all clinics in your region. This leadership role is intended for a licensed veterinarian (DVM/VMD) with a passion for coaching others, driving clinical excellence, and practicing medicine in a field-based capacity. Reporting to the Vice President of Medical Operations, you’ll coach, develop, and inspire veterinary leaders while helping Modern Animal grow responsibly. This is a field-based role — expect to spend ~80% of your time in-clinic, supporting teams and practicing medicine as needed. This position may be based in California or Colorado with regular travel required to clinics in Northern California and other regions as assigned.
Requirements
- 10+ years of veterinary experience, ideally 5+ in a multi-unit operations or leadership role
- Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary school or equivalent program, with eligibility to practice in the United States
- Active license to practice veterinary medicine in California required at the start of employment
- License must be in good standing with no malpractice or disciplinary actions
- Willingness to travel (up to 80%) to clinics in the San Francisco Bay Area and other assigned regions, with occasional travel for company meetings, events, and training
- Must reside in — or be willing to relocate to — Northern California or Denver, Colorado with regular travel required to clinics in Northern California and other regions as assigned
Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire a team of veterinarians, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development
- Foster a culture of curiosity, integrity, clinical excellence, and accountability
- Champion high standards of care across all medical services and procedures
- Conduct routine clinical observations and chart reviews to provide feedback and ensure consistent quality
- Serve as a medical resource for complex cases or escalated care concerns
- Partner with the Area Clinic Manager(s) to co-lead clinic teams and ensure alignment across medical and operational priorities
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, and development of new doctors, including mentorship for new graduates or new leaders
- Guide doctors on time management, case efficiency, and client communication
- Lead performance management processes and support clinics through change and growth
- Foster a psychologically safe and inclusive environment where doctors and teams across markets can thrive
- Collaborate with Regional and Support Teams to develop and implement programs that elevate patient care and client experience
- Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new medical tools, systems, or workflows
- Contribute to hiring strategy and workforce planning across your region
- Monitor clinical performance metrics and use insights to coach and improve outcomes
- Partner with field leaders to support clinic workflows, schedules, and DVM staffing needs
- Assist with new clinic openings, including staffing, training, and establishing a culture of excellence from day one
Benefits
- Guaranteed, competitive base salary (no negative accrual)
- Sign-on bonus
- No non-compete agreements
- Annual CE allowance and paid CE days
- Generous paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Stellar benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
- 401(k) with company match
- Access to Spring Health for behavioral and mental health support
- Free Modern Animal membership for your own pets, plus discounts on services
- A vibrant, supportive, blame-free culture made up of people committed to changing veterinary medicine for the better
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
