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Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education

Medical Director

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, Meadow Vista, California, United States, 95722

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Medical Director Responsibilities and Qualifications The Medical Director (MD) is responsible for providing strong leadership for the hospital, managing and mentoring associate veterinarians, and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The MD is also responsible for maintaining an environment of teamwork in which the highest quality veterinary medicine is delivered. In partnership with the hospital leadership team, the MD holds shared responsibility for the financial health of the hospital, directing staff and the overall management of practice operations. The MD also serves as a staff veterinarian in addition to the administrative and leadership duties of the MD role. Effective MDs demonstrate strong work and professional ethics, a positive attitude, and uphold a high standard of patient care.

Hospital Overview Meadow Vista Veterinary Clinic has been providing families and their beloved pets with compassionate veterinary care since 1948. As a full-service hospital, we offer a wide range of comprehensive veterinary services to keep your pets in great health, from wellness exams to vaccinations to dental care, surgery and grooming. With access to specialty board-certified doctors who will travel to our clinic, we aim to ensure each and every client feels that their pet has received the highest quality of care.

Location Meadow Vista, CA is known for its peaceful, scenic setting in the Sierra Nevada foothills, where wooded landscapes, rolling meadows, and a close-knit small-town vibe make everyday life feel like a retreat from big-city hustle. The community offers plenty of outdoor recreation right at home — from walking at Meadow Vista Park, hiking and biking local trails like Sugar Pine Mountain and Bear River Canal, to water activities at nearby Lake Combie and fishing or exploring the 548-acre Halsey Preserve — plus good local schools and easy access to Auburn for dining and shopping. Residents also enjoy community events and a short drive to regional attractions like the Auburn State Recreation Area for rafting or mountain biking, making it ideal for nature lovers and families.

Compensation and Benefits Overview

Salary Range: $160,000-$180,000

Medical Director stipend

No negative accrual and no non-compete!

Paid time off and holidays

Generous sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedule options

Employee pet care discounts

Full benefits package, including but not limited to: Quality health, dental, vision, disability, liability insurance, 401k with company contribution, including reimbursement and time off for CE & license fees and more.

If this sounds like a team you want to be a part of, please email your resume to Lindsay Aimar at limiar@petvetcarecenters.com or apply at https://www.petvetcarecenters.com/

Essential Functions

Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care

Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care

Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine

Works toward making various services work as one team

In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory

Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment

Sees patients and handles clinical practice

Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities

Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence

Appropriately manages controlled drugs

Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies

Conducts regular doctor meetings

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

Administration duties

Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues

Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions

Schedules staff at the hospital to meet practice needs

Develops medical policies

Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards

Leading by example

Holds licensure in good standing to practice and maintains all required licenses with timely renewals

Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate

Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians

Development of the practice

Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs

Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital

Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results

Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum)

Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

Qualifications Education/Experience:

Doctor in Veterinary Medicine Degree

3+ years of clinical experience

Prior experience in leadership or management preferred

Pay Range $160,000 — $180,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a

Culture of Care

— for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With

more than 420 hospitals across the U.S.

and a team of over

11,000 dedicated professionals , including

1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on

partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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