Lead Veterinarian at Creatures Care Cottage - Creatures Care Cottage

Lead Veterinarian Opportunity at All Creatures Care Cottage

When you join All Creatures Care Cottage, you become part of a tradition of veterinary excellence that dates back to 1985. Our mission is to provide comprehensive, high‑quality care to pets in Costa Mesa and the surrounding communities, treating all patients—whether furry, feathered, or scaled—as our own. This commitment to patient comfort and client peace of mind is reflected in our outstanding reputation, earning us a remarkable 4.7‑star rating within the community.

If you are looking for a place where your professional dedication is highly valued and trusted by the people you serve, this is the environment where you can do your best work. We believe that professional growth is paramount to providing exceptional patient care. As one of our dedicated teammates, you will be joining a supportive environment that prioritizes stability and career advancement.

This full‑service clinic is equipped for advanced diagnostics, urgent care, and a robust array of surgical procedures, welcoming cats, dogs, and exotics to maintain or expand your proficiency in exotic medicine. Located in beautiful Costa Mesa, CA, this professional home offers the quintessential Southern California lifestyle, with culture, pristine coastline access, and dynamic community life.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: manage all associate veterinarians, conduct regular performance discussions, coach on development goals, and foster a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency while practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards; supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.
• Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).
• Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth‑oriented culture.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader so you can focus on your team and your medicine.

• Generous Compensation: competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
• Total Wellbeing: comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.
• Financial Health: 401(k) featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short‑Term Disability insurance.
• Leadership & Clinical Growth: paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.
• Clinical Tracks Program:
  Access over 50 hours of in‑depth, RACE‑approved…