An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinary Emergency Medical Director to lead a well-established emergency and referral hospital in Norwalk, California.
This role offers the chance to combine your passion for emergency medicine with clinical leadership, team development, and hospital growth. Working closely with the Practice Manager and leadership team, you'll help shape the hospital's vision, maintain high standards of patient care, and create a positive environment where veterinarians and support staff can thrive.
You'll be joining a dedicated team with a strong history of collaboration and staff retention, where teamwork, mutual support, and a shared commitment to excellent medicine are central to the culture.
What's on Offer?
• Competitive compensation: Up to $250,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $75,000
• Retention bonus: Up to $25,000 over three years
• Production opportunities: Progressive ProSal compensation model with competitive base salary and production potential
• No negative accrual: A compensation structure that supports your earning potential
• Medical Director stipend: Additional compensation for your leadership responsibilities
• Retirement benefits: 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health support: Access to Lyra Health, including 24/7 resources
• Family benefits: Paid parental and purr-ental leave, employer-sponsored childcare and elder care, and personalized family-forming support
• Continuing education: Discretionary funds and complimentary CE courses
• Pet benefits: Veterinary service discounts and additional pet perks
• Financial wellbeing: Student loan management tools and assistance
About the Role
As Veterinary Emergency Medical Director, you'll play a key role in guiding clinical standards, supporting your colleagues, and driving continuous improvement across the hospital. You'll partner with the Practice Manager and leadership team to strengthen operations, develop strategies, and ensure the delivery of exceptional emergency and referral care.
You'll also be responsible for:
• Providing clinical leadership and maintaining high standards of veterinary medicine
• Working with hospital leadership to improve operations and support long-term growth
• Supporting the professional development of veterinarians and support staff
• Building a positive, collaborative workplace where team members feel valued
• Helping shape the hospital's vision, culture, and clinical direction
• Encouraging continuous improvement in patient care and the client experience
About the Team
The hospital has a dedicated team of veterinarians and support staff, many of whom have spent a significant part of their careers working together. This reflects a culture built on trust, teamwork, and a shared passion for exceptional patient care.
About the Location - Norwalk, CA
Located in the heart of Southern California, Norwalk offers convenient access to Los Angeles and Orange County, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the region's year-round sunshine.
Nearby beaches, including Long Beach, Seal Beach, and Huntington Beach, provide easy weekend escapes, while Disneyland, Knott's Berry Farm, and the wider LA entertainment scene offer plenty to explore outside of work.
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