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Medical Director - Veterinarian (DVM)

$200k - $225k

FurEver Talent Partners

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director - Veterinarian (DVM) | Merced, CA | Small Animal GP | $200,000 – $225,000 Base + Sign-On Bonus Up to $75K

We are seeking an experienced DVM to join an established hospital as Medical Director, providing clinical leadership while practicing alongside a supportive veterinary team. This role offers the opportunity to mentor doctors, influence hospital culture, and collaborate with leadership to ensure exceptional patient care and a thriving practice environment.

Why Experienced Veterinarians Are Interested in This Role
  • Sign-on bonus up to $75,000
  • Competitive base salary: $200,000 – $225,000 + Production bonus opportunity
  • No negative accrual & no non-compete
  • Collaborative, team-oriented culture
  • Established hospital with a loyal and growing client base
  • Opportunity to practice a wide range of small animal medicine and surgery

About the Hospital & Practice Environment
This well-respected small animal veterinary hospital has been serving the Merced community for more than 40 years, earning a reputation for compassionate care and trusted veterinary medicine. The practice offers comprehensive services including wellness care, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery, allowing doctors to practice a broad range of small animal general medicine. With a loyal client base and experienced veterinary team, doctors are supported in delivering high-quality care while working in a collaborative and sustainable environment.

  • Established small animal general practice serving the Central Valley community
  • Comprehensive services including wellness care, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery
  • Strong technician and support staff utilization so doctors can focus on medicine
  • Loyal, long-standing client base with steady appointment demand
  • Collaborative veterinary team that values communication and teamwork
  • Leadership focused on maintaining a healthy & sustainable work environment

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) from an accredited veterinary school
  • Eligible for or currently licensed to practice veterinary medicine in California
  • TN visa sponsorship supported for qualified veterinarians from Canada and Mexico

Benefits

  • Full benefits package including medical coverage, PTO, CE allowance, license reimbursement, and pet care perks
  • Strong technician and support staff utilization so veterinarians can focus on practicing medicine

Location – Merced, California
Located in California's Central Valley, Merced offers a unique balance of community living, outdoor adventure, and a significantly lower cost of living compared to many other parts of California — allowing veterinarians to enjoy a high quality of life while still being within reach of major destinations.

  • Close proximity to Yosemite National Park and the Sierra Nevada mountains
  • Easy access to San Francisco, Sacramento, and the Central Coast
  • More affordable housing and living costs than most California metro areas
  • A growing community with strong demand for veterinary services

This opportunity is being represented confidentially by FurEver Talent Partners, dedicated to helping veterinarians explore roles aligned with their career goals, lifestyle, and long-term success.

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Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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