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Veterinary Medical Director

$220k - $260k

BluePearl Pet Hospitals

Medical Director BluePearl Pet Hospital, Irvine, CA

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Irvine, CA is seeking a collaborative, engaged, and visionary veterinary leader to serve as Medical Director for our team of emergency and specialty clinicians. In this pivotal role, you'll partner closely with hospital administration to foster a strong sense of community, support a thriving team environment, and champion our unwavering commitment to outstanding medical quality.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary: $220,000$260,000 annually
  • Eligibility for production, sign-on bonus, and relocation support
  • Dedicated admin time to lead effectively without sacrificing work-life balance

Your Core Responsibilities:

  • Uphold and elevate standards in patient care, client service, and safety
  • Build and support a learning-focused, clinician-driven culture
  • Lead recruiting, engagement, and retention efforts for top-tier talent
  • Strengthen relationships with referral partners through visits, CE presentations, and collaborative case discussions

Who You Are:

  • A confident, collaborative veterinary professional with several years of clinical experience
  • An enthusiastic relationship-builder, both in-hospital and within the wider veterinary community
  • A proactive leader who inspires teams and leads with heart and purpose

Why BluePearl?

We're a community of passionate caregivers driven by a shared mission: to deliver the most advanced veterinary care possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, our clinicians gain access to:

  • World-class CE opportunities through BluePearl University and beyond
  • A clinical leveling system to support your professional growth
  • Leadership development programs to help you grow into your next big role
  • Access to 2,000+ medical journals, webinars, and peer learning

Your Wellness Matters:

We care deeply for our people. That's why we offer:

  • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, PTO, parental leave, and 401(k)
  • Company-paid short/long-term disability and life insurance
  • Mental health support: 12 free mental health sessions per year, and the Lyra platform
  • Discounts on pet care, food, and Trupanion insurance
  • Annual BluePearl store allowance

If you are an experienced doctor and want to be part of the largest network of interdisciplinary pet hospitals that combines expertise and passion to deliver the most advanced veterinary care, let's chat! BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation or affectional preference, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BluePearl Pet Hospitals
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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