Veterinarian (Medical Director) - Ohana Urgent Care (Ventura, CA)

About the role

Ohana Urgent Care is seeking an experienced veterinarian to serve as Medical Director for our urgent care team in Ventura, CA. We operate four locations across Ventura, Agoura Hills, and Santa Paula and are an AAHA‑accredited, progressive companion animal general practice. Our mission is “To provide compassionate care for our Ohana – our Family,” encompassing patients, clients, teammates, animal rescue partners, vendors, community, and environment. This mission shapes a family‑focused culture among staff and clients. Our hospital offers a full range of services including general medicine and surgery for dogs and cats, ultrasonography, dentistry with digital dental x‑ray, exotics medicine (reptiles, rabbits, pocket pets), rehabilitation medicine, acupuncture, holistic medicine, and a talented technician team of seven RVTs.

Responsibilities

Lead the veterinary team as Medical Director, overseeing the urgent care service in Ventura and ensuring high‑quality medicine, surgery, and client care.

Requirements

• 5+ years of general practice and/or emergency receiving experience
• Valid California veterinary license
• Ability to obtain a DEA license
• Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills (prior Medical Director experience is a plus)
• Commitment to lifelong learning and staying current with industry developments
• Dedication to teaching and mentoring staff
• Excellent client communication and customer service skills

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD degree
• 5+ years of veterinary experience
• Medical Director experience is a plus, but not required
• Valid California veterinary license and ability to obtain a DEA license

Skills

• Passion for animals and helping people
• Compassion, empathy, and a sense of humor
• Strong client communication and customer service abilities
• Dedication to staff education and continued learning
• Leadership and mentoring capabilities

Benefits

• Compensation based on a 40‑hour‑per‑week schedule
• Flexible schedule supporting work‑life balance
• Competitive base salary
• Quarterly production bonuses with no negative accrual
• Generous bonus and relocation package
• Comprehensive insurance: medical, dental, vision with HSA option
• Generous annual PTO that rolls over
• Paid parental leave
• Annual continuing education allowance (not deducted from PTO)
• Professional development assistance
• Paid professional dues and PLIT
• Structured mentorship program
• 401(k) retirement options
• Personal pet discounts
• And much more

Pay

California Pay Range: $130,000 – $200,000 USD (based on a 40‑hour week).

Schedule

Full‑time position with flexible scheduling (Monday‑Saturday), ideally four days per week; open to alternative scheduling. Full‑time doctors typically work 3‑4 shifts per week.