Veterinarian Medical Director

Job description:

Global Veterinary Careers is partnering with a well‑established veterinary hospital in Albany, CA that is seeking a full‑time Veterinarian / Medical Director to provide clinical leadership and help shape the veterinary care delivered at the practice. This role is ideal for a veterinarian with strong medical skills and an interest in leadership, team development, and practice growth.

As a Medical Director, you will split your time between practicing medicine and leading the clinical team. You’ll be responsible for setting clinical standards, mentoring associates and support staff, and enhancing the quality of patient care. This position requires a leader who can balance hands‑on veterinary medicine with leadership responsibilities in a collaborative, team‑driven environment.

The practice is proud to offer:

· Leadership role with influence over clinical standards and hospital culture
· A supportive and collaborative team of veterinarians and technicians
· Well‑equipped modern facility with diagnostic and surgical capabilities
· Opportunity to mentor and develop other doctors and team members
· A culture that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous improvement

The Location:

This position is located in Albany, CA — a city on the scenic San Francisco Bay with access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, restaurants, and diverse community activities. The area provides a high quality of life, combining urban convenience with beautiful surroundings and a moderate year‑round climate.

The Role

As the Medical Director / Veterinarian you will:

· Provide high‑quality veterinary care across a variety of medical cases
· Serve as the clinical leader and mentor for associate veterinarians and staff
· Assist in establishing and maintaining clinical protocols and best practices
· Participate in case discussion and clinical decision‑making with the team
· Model high standards of care and client communication
· Oversee quality assurance and contribute to hospital growth initiatives
· Help create a positive, collaborative culture that supports doctors and staff

The Benefits

For the right candidate and depending on experience, the practice offers:

· Competitive base salary with leadership and production bonuses
· Signing and retention incentives
· Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance options
· 401(k) with company match
· Generous PTO and paid parental/sick leave
· Continuing education allowance with paid CE days
· Support for licensing, DEA, and professional association dues
· Mentorship and leadership development resources
· Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
· And much more

To be considered for this position, you must have the following:

· DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA accredited university
· Active veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
· DEA and state controlled substance registrations (or ability to obtain)
· Strong clinical background and leadership experience preferred
· Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and team leadership skills
· Commitment to high‑quality, compassionate veterinary care

This role is advertised by Global Veterinary Careers, who operate as an employment business and placement agency. We have a growing number of leadership, general practice, emergency, and specialty roles worldwide — if you’d like a detailed conversation about how we can support your career, please get in touch!