Veterinarian Medical Director

AmeriVet•Albany, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Codornices Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced and thoughtful Veterinarian Medical Director to lead their team and shape the future of their practice. This leadership role offers the opportunity for the candidate's voice to be heard and for their long-term growth to be supported. The clinic is a well-respected, established small-animal practice known for its calm, supportive environment, skilled technicians, and collaborative doctors, providing high-quality medicine without the chaos. They boast loyal clients and over 350 5-star reviews.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
Strong communication and client-education skills
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.
Commit to a minimum of 35 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience managing multi-doctor practice and or current work experience as Lead Veterinarian, Chief of Staff, or Medical Director strongly encouraged to apply.
Preferred minimum of 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.

Responsibilities

Serve 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.
Lead by example—delivering high quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.
Balance 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.
Provide medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery in partnership with the Practice Manager to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals.
Supervise the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice.
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, and 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, demonstrate excellent client communication, complete thorough medical records, and ensure appropriate charging for services.
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.
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, align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities, and align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows.
Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control.
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, including oversight of necessary registrations and permits, controlled drug inventory, and radiation safety programs.
Actively practice a majority of their full-time schedule maintaining a robust patient caseload, serving as a hands-on clinician within the hospital.
Serve as an Amerivet Ambassador, advocating and representing the company's goals and values.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.