Medical Director​/Associate Veterinarian

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Director and Associate General Practice Veterinarian (DVM) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

Our compensation package includes starting base salaries between $175,000 - $200,000, plus production (No Negative Accrual) with generous sign-on and relocation bonuses available. Annual Medical Director Stipend of $10,000. Quarterly production with no deficit carryover; sign‑on and relocation bonuses available.

Goleta Airport Pet Hospital has an amazing leadership team, a Board‑Certified Veterinary Practitioner, friendly & trained technical staff which offers high‑quality medicine. We are a well‑established, full‑service, small animal veterinary hospital, providing comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care. Our diagnostic capabilities include ultrasound, digital dental & general radiology, as well as endoscopy. Our dedicated & tenured support team, offers a great learning culture & a happy/healthy work environment!

We have a very affluent clientele that believes in receiving only the best care for their pets.

Goleta is located close to the beach, UCSB, & our famed wine region. Quality of life for our residents is enhanced by local beaches, mountains and the City’s large number of developed parks and natural open spaces. Goleta is a bicycle‑friendly community, and our inventory of bike paths continues to grow. Spend time exploring our beautiful, historic architecture, hiking and exploring in our beautiful mountains, or take a quiet walk along the beach.

This is truly one of the finest places to live in all of America!

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to Sonni Nevarez at s

• Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care
  • Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care
  • Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine
  • Works toward making various services work as one team
  • In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory
  • Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment
  • Sees patients and handles clinical practice
  • Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities
  • Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence
  • Appropriately manages controlled drugs
  • Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies
  • Conducts regular doctor meetings
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Manager
• Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues
• Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions
• Develops medical policies
• Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards
• Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate
• Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians
• Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs
• Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital
• Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the…