What if your next leadership role let you make a difference in emergency medicine while working alongside a team that values experience, consistency, and having each other’s backs?
A confidential emergency and specialty-care opportunity in the greater Los Angeles region is looking for a Medical Director to help guide the hospital’s clinical direction and team development. This is a full-time leadership position for a veterinarian who wants to influence how a hospital operates while helping maintain the quality of care patients receive.
What You'll Find Here
A meaningful leadership role: Help shape clinical priorities, guide improvements, and contribute to the hospital’s long-term direction.
An established team: Work with veterinary professionals who bring experience and continuity to their roles.
A collaborative environment: Leadership is shared with hospital management, giving you a partner in supporting the team and daily operations.
Professional development: Leadership education and mentorship resources are available to help strengthen your management skills.
Strong earning opportunity: A substantial base compensation range is paired with production potential and a Medical Director stipend.
A schedule with a defined pattern: The role follows a full-time schedule across three designated days each week.
What You’ll Be Doing
This is an emergency and referral setting, suited to a veterinarian who understands the demands of urgent patient care and the importance of strong clinical standards. The Medical Director will help guide the medical team, support staff development, and contribute to the overall quality and consistency of hospital care.
Who Might Love This
An experienced emergency veterinarian who is ready to take on broader leadership responsibilities, enjoys supporting other veterinary professionals, and wants to help shape a hospital's future. A DVM/VMD with a current or eligible state license and DEA credentials is required.
The Basics
Role: Full-time Emergency Medical Director
Location: Greater Los Angeles region, California
Schedule: Three designated days per week; specific hours available during a confidential conversation
Compensation: 200,000–250,000, based on experience and credentials
Additional earning opportunities: Production compensation and Medical Director stipend
Sign-on bonus: Up to $75,000
Retention bonus: Up to $25,000 over three years
Production model: No negative accrual
Benefits
Health and insurance coverage
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Continuing education and leadership development
Mental health and family-support resources
Veterinary service discounts and pet-related benefits
A Little About the Area
The greater Los Angeles region offers a wide range of living environments, from established residential communities to busier urban neighborhoods. Southern California's mild climate makes year-round outdoor activities accessible, while the region provides extensive dining, cultural, and recreational options.
Let's Talk
If emergency medicine leadership is a direction you've been considering, this could be worth a private conversation. Contact Beyond Just You Recruiting to learn more. We'll share the details confidentially so you can decide whether this opportunity fits your next career move.
Email:trey@beyondjustu.com
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