Medical Director Veterinarian

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director to join our team at Best Friends Veterinary Hospital located in Poway, CA
. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

• The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered. In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations.
  
  The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role. Effective MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care. They are part of the foundation upon which successful veterinary practices are built and directly impact and influence hospital culture and morale.

Our ideal candidate must be committed to providing exceptional veterinary care, as well as possess good communication and organizational skills. Our skilled technicians and support staff will be available to support your patient care needs & will assist in carrying out your medical plans & post‑op care.
Our hospital will offer a great work environment, all new equipment & phenomenal culture! You will absolutely fall in love with this hospital & our community! We are planning to Re‑Open Best Friends to help better serve pet owners in our area, by offering comprehensive veterinary and emergency services, as well as rehabilitative care. Our mission is to provide our clients with cutting‑edge medical care while also showing compassion and providing exceptional service.

This is your opportunity to open a new hospital & help create a practice that you will Love & be proud to call your own. We will be fully equipped to practice high-quality medicine. Equipment highlights will include digital radiography including, digital dental radiology, ultrasound, advanced in‑house lab & well stocked pharmacy.

We are prepared to offer you an amazing compensation package that includes:

• Amazing Flexible Work Schedule (40 hours per week)
• Receive Generous Compensation-$160,000-$200,000 Base Salary (DOE)
• Quarterly No Deficit Carryover Production Plan Available
• Annual Medical Director Stipend paid Bi‑weekly
• Lucrative Sign‑On & retention Bonuses w/ a multi‑year agreement
• Additional Signing Incentives Available
• Relocation Bonus up to $50,000

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez ats

Key Responsibilities

• Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care
  • Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care
  • Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine
  • Works toward making various services work as one team
  • In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory
  • Budgets for new equipment and…