Clinical Director

Clinical Director

Campus Commons Pet Hospital | Sacramento, CA

At Campus Commons Pet Hospital, we believe pets and people deserve better care.

We're looking for a Clinical Director to lead our experienced, collaborative team in Sacramento. You'll combine hands-on clinical practice with the opportunity to shape standards of care, mentor colleagues and help guide the hospital's future. Working closely with our Hospital Manager, you'll have the autonomy to make a meaningful impact, supported by people who share your commitment to excellent medicine and a positive team culture.

Interested in exotics? We'd love to hear from you. We have client demand for exotic animal care and an appetite to develop this service. If exotics is an area you enjoy or would like to build into your clinical leadership role, we would welcome a conversation about your interests and how we could support them.

And that support goes further. As part of VetnCare, you'll be connected to experienced clinicians, our Chief Medical Officer and a dedicated Community Support Team. With shared expertise and practical support, you'll have the resources to lead confidently and build a rewarding, sustainable career.

What You Can Expect at Campus Commons

• The opportunity to shape clinical care , leading standards, supporting sound clinical decisions and identifying opportunities to develop our services.
• A partnership with our Hospital Manager , bringing clinical and operational leadership together to support patients, clients and the team
• Opportunities to develop others and yourself , through coaching, continuing education, shared expertise, development seminars and exposure to advanced medicine across the VetnCare community.
• Tools that advance the standard of care , including IDEXX in-house diagnostics, digital dental radiography and access to same-day echocardiography and ultrasound, alongside our continued commitment to AAHA accreditation.
• A community-driven culture , including local events inspired by a longtime team member who founded a nonprofit helping shelter dogs find forever homes.
• A team grounded in shared values , working together, staying curious, speaking up and looking for better ways to care for pets, support clients and help one another.
• A place where pets care for us, too , courtesy of Toe Beans, our beloved, attention-seeking clinic cat.

What Better Care means for you:

• $180,000 to $220,000 base salary plus uncapped production bonus with no negative accrual
• Clinical Director Stipend
• Sign-on bonus and relocation support for qualified candidates
• Annual CE allowance plus paid CE time
• Generous discounts on care for all teammate pets *exclusions apply + free clinical exams
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones .
• Free access to VetFolio
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize our wonderful teams

The right fit:

• Strong small animal general practice experience, ideally five or more years , with confidence managing a varied medical caseload and routine surgery and dentistry.
• Previous clinical leadership experience, or demonstrated success mentoring colleagues and taking responsibility for clinical standards.
• The ability to provide constructive feedback, address clinical concerns and build a collaborative, accountable team.
• Sound clinical judgement, including recognising when to seek support or refer.
• An understanding of how clinical decisions, workflows and client communication contribute to a sustainable hospital.
• An interest in developing services that meet community needs

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a community of veterinary hospitals across Northern California, united by a shared belief that pets and people deserve better care.

Each of our hospitals is uniquely rooted in its local community, and we believe in preserving and strengthening what makes each one special. Together, they are connected by shared clinical expertise, resources, and a commitment to high standards of care.

This connected approach expands access to expertise and advanced care for pets and their families, while giving veterinary professionals the support, collaboration, and opportunities they need to do their best work.

Together, we're bringing better care to pets and people.

Some benefits are available exclusively to full-time team members