Medical Director Veterinarian

Fantastic Medical Director Opportunity in San Diego, CA - College Animal Hospital - $180k-$200K

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College Animal Hospital is ready to welcome an experienced & dedicated Veterinarian to join our team as our New Medical Director . If you are a natural leader & want to help elevate the Standards of Veterinary Medicine, then College Animal Hospital is the place for you! We are a full-service practice located in beautiful San Diego, California. There is no place better to live with an abundance of outdoor activities, beautiful beaches & incredible climate.

We offer an amazing working environment & welcome your new ideas. Our technical staff are happy to provide state-of-the-art care to our San Diego community. Our goal is to provide complete, compassionate & extraordinary veterinary services to all our pet owners & their beloved pets. We have a great surgery caseload, adorable senior pet population & have wonderful relationships with local pet rescue groups. This is your opportunity to make a difference in our Community & elevate your Veterinary career.

We welcome you to arrange a visit, tour our hospital & come meet our amazing medical & support team! In addition, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our amazing Hospital Manager & Leadership team.

If you enjoy working with a tight knit group of extraordinary animal lovers, you will be easily welcomed at College Animal Hospital!

Please visit to learn more about our great hospital.

At College Animal Hospital we take the health and well-being of our employees seriously, offering flexible working conditions and encouraging a well-rounded work/life balance.

Compensation Package

• Competitive Salary Starting at $180,000-$200,000
• Lucrative Quarterly Production Plan (No Deficit Carryover)
• Annual Medical Director Stipend (Paid Bi-weekly)
• 4 weeks of paid time off
• Generous CE & CE Paid Time Off
• Quality health insurance following 30 day
• Paid Parental Leave
• Membership dues and license fees.
• Generous Sign-On & Retention Bonuses
• Additional Signing Incentive till 12/31/25
• Relocation Assistance Available
• VIN, Plumb, Vet Girl
• Pet & Partner Discounts Available

For more information or to set up a confidential phone call please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez at or apply at .

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Veterinarian degree (DVM) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ 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, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnose and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range: $180,000—$200,000 USD

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