Medical Director - Washington Dog and Cat Hospital (Los Angeles)

Position: Medical Director - Washington Dog and Cat Hospital

At PetVet 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

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director to join our team. 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 Director.

Washington Dog and Cat Hospital in Los Angeles, California is seeking a confident, motivated veterinarian to help reopen a high-volume practice serving an underserved Inglewood community. This role offers strong income potential for a clinician who is efficient, decisive, and comfortable practicing accessible medicine at scale.

Why Join Us

• With the hospital currently closed, the incoming veterinarian will have the opportunity to reset operations, establish structure, and play a central role in how care is delivered moving forward.
• This position is well suited for someone who values autonomy, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by both impact and financial upside.
• Located in Southwest Los Angeles County, Inglewood is a culturally rich, diverse community with strong local pride, great access to major LA amenities, parks, and entertainment venues. Its location makes it easy to connect to jobs, transit, and regional attractions year-round.

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 provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment
• Sees patients and handles clinical practice
• Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities
• Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence
• Appropriately manages controlled drugs
• Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies
• Conducts regular doctor meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager
• Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues
• Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions
• Develops medical policies
• Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards
• Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians
• Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs
• Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital
• Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results
• Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum)

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills, ability to elicit information, establish rapport, and explain with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• Position may require some physical activity (climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling) and lifting up to 50 pounds

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent time-management and delegation abilities
• Sound judgment and exemplary decision-making
• Professionalism and courtesy in all interactions
• Well-developed interpersonal skills

Pay Range

$200,000 — $225,000 USD

Our Culture and Equal Opportunity

PetVet Care Centers is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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