Medical Director

Company: Atlas Consultancy Group
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 28, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description This is a small, established practice that’s been serving the local community for 20 years, offering small animal care with some exotics mixed in. The focus is simple and consistent: individualized care, clear communication, and making sure clients understand what’s happening and why. Treatment plans aren’t cookie-cutter, and the team takes pride in seeing cases through instead of passing them along halfway. They’re looking for a Medical Director, and it’s a role with real influence. You’ll have a say in how medicine is practiced day to day, from protocols and workflow to how cases are managed and what the clinic prioritizes. The caseload is primarily small animal general practice, with enough exotic variety to keep things interesting without turning the schedule into a constant scramble. Alongside practicing GP medicine and surgery, you’ll be leading the medical direction of the hospital. That includes setting and maintaining standards, improving how the day runs, and supporting the team in a practical, hands-on way. In a 2-DVM clinic, your leadership won’t get lost in layers, you’ll be able to make decisions that actually stick. Key highlights Medical Director role in a 2-DVM hospital Full-time role General practice mostly small animal with some exotics Services include routine care, surgery, in-house diagnostics, ultrasound, and EKG Real input on protocols, medical standards, and day-to-day workflow Salary range: $150,000–$200,000 (based on experience, schedule, and structure) Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan support, and future ownership options About you DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited university Active veterinary state license (or ability to obtain) DEA license and USDA accreditation (current or willing to obtain) Comfortable with general medicine and surgery You like having a say in how cases are managed and how the hospital runs Clear communicator with clients and team members Interested in leading a small clinic in a practical, hands-on way Benefits Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) Liability coverage Life and supplemental insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid CE allowance and professional dues DVM mentor network Employee pet care discounts

Keywords: Atlas Consultancy Group, Mission Viejo , Medical Director, Healthcare , Los Angeles, California