Medical Director, Kearny Mesa Veterinary Center

Job overview

The Medical Director role is onsite in San Diego, CA. The posting lists a starting salary of $180,000–$200,000, negotiable. The role leads the medical team at Kearny Mesa Veterinary Center, a full-service, AAHA-accredited practice serving the San Diego community. The director provides veterinary care while guiding clinical standards, hospital protocols, and team effectiveness. The role combines patient care, staff collaboration, and operational leadership to support the hospital’s continued growth and quality of care.

What you'll do

• Conduct patient exams and medical workups
• communicate with and educate clients
• perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• maintain medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate priorities with the Hospital Manager
• monitor hospital protocols and cases
• participate in practice updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical director

veterinarian

veterinary medicine

kearny mesa veterinary center

san diego ca

petvet care centers

$180k–$200k starting salary

clinical leadership

surgery

aaha-accredited hospital

production bonus

relocation package

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Quarterly production with no deficit carryover
• monthly Medical Director stipend
• signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support
• continuing education stipends and career development resources.

Why this role

A DVM or VMD degree, current state veterinary license, and DEA registration are required; the posting seeks at least one year of veterinary practice experience.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.