Medical Director Veterinarian Job, Ceres

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Ceres

Up to $200,000 - $250,000 and above, DOE

Permanent

Ceres

Up to $200,000 - $250,000 and above, DOE

Permanent

Ceres

Up to $200,000 - $250,000 and above, DOE

Permanent

Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian Job, Ceres, California, USA

Small Animal Medical Director Veterinarian Job, Ceres, California, USA

Job Description: Our client is seeking an experienced Small Animal Medical Director to provide clinical leadership while remaining actively involved in hands-on veterinary care within a well-established general practice. This role offers the opportunity to guide medical standards, support a dedicated clinical team, and contribute to the continued delivery of high-quality patient care across all stages of life.

The position blends leadership responsibility with day-to-day clinical involvement, allowing the Medical Director to influence medical protocols, mentor associate veterinarians, and promote consistency in treatment approaches. This role is well suited to a veterinarian who values continuity of care, strong client relationships, and the ability to shape clinical direction through thoughtful leadership.

Qualifications Needed:

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) with an active state veterinary license
  • Several years of small animal clinical experience with leadership capability
  • Strong diagnostic reasoning with confidence in surgery and dentistry
  • Effective communicator with a supportive and professional leadership style
  • Commitment to ethical practice and high standards of patient care

Package:

  • Continuing education support aligned with senior clinical development
  • Professional growth pathways suited to experienced veterinarians
  • Stable working environment within an established community practice
  • Supportive structure focused on sustainability and team development
  • Leadership-focused role designed to balance medicine and management
  • Senior leadership role combining clinical autonomy with medical oversight
  • Opportunity to influence medical protocols and long-term clinical direction
  • Structured support for leadership responsibilities and decision-making
  • Access to modern diagnostic resources to support high-quality care delivery
Posted
17/03/2026
Reference
JB-30348
Location
Ceres,
Experience
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