Emergency Veterinarian Medical Director

About the role

SAGE Campbell is seeking an experienced ER Medical Director to join a busy, well-established hospital where you can make a real impact on patient care and team growth. This role is a great fit for a supportive, hands-on leader who enjoys mentoring others, collaborating with clinicians, and helping the hospital continue to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ER medical standards, protocols, and quality initiatives
• Partner with the Hospital Director and Specialty Medical Director on operations, recruitment, and long-term planning
• Guide and support experienced ER doctors while helping to mentor new ER doctors through our ER Immerse mentorship program
• Drive positive change, support team development, and maintain a collaborative, accountable culture
• Strengthen relationships with referring veterinarians and the local community
• Duty split: ~75% clinical/ ~25% administrative
• 4-day workweek with 3 clinical days and 1 admin day

Requirements

• DVM or equivalent; eligible for California licensure
• 4+ years of clinical experience in a multi-specialty hospital with 2+ years in a leadership role
• Strong leadership skills with confidence in change management and addressing complex issues
• Passion for mentorship, professional development, and medical excellence
• Solutions-oriented, collaborative, and decisive

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency medicine
• Knowledge of hospital operations and policies
• Ability to lead and mentor staff
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Leadership and management skills
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and planning

Benefits

• Competitive pay ($200,000 base plus production and an annual leadership stiped which bring your take home pay to $300,000+)
• Generous sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, life, long-term and short-term disability income protection, voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, professional liability insurance, PTO, 401(k) with match, continuing education, professional development and more!

Pay

$200,000 base plus production and an annual leadership stipend bringing your take-home pay to $300,000+

Schedule

4-day workweek with 3 clinical days and 1 admin day