Job Description

Clinical Director – Campus Commons Pet Hospital

Sacramento Area, California

VetnCare is looking for an experienced veterinarian to join us in a Clinical Director leadership role at our Northern California hospital, Campus Commons.

This is an opportunity to lead a highly experienced and collaborative veterinary team while partnering with a dedicated Hospital Manager and VetnCare’s Chief Medical Officer to deliver next-level veterinary care.

If you enjoy mentoring veterinarians, shaping clinical standards, and building a positive hospital culture, this role offers the autonomy and support to do exactly that.

Why Join us?

·Leadership support from an experienced CMO and executive team

• Work alongside a skilled, supportive veterinary team
• Opportunity to help drive AAHA accreditation and Fear Free initiatives
• Strong hospital leadership model with Clinical Director + Hospital Manager partnership

About the Hospital

• General practice with IDEXX in-house diagnostics
• Dental radiography
• Access to same-day echocardiography and ultrasound
• Collaborative, team-focused culture
• Loyal client base of dedicated pet families
• Convenient location near Sacramento State with easy freeway access

Our team culture is built around teamwork, positivity, and work-life balance. We support one another, share responsibilities, and genuinely enjoy working together (including our team Fantasy Football league).

The Role

As Clinical Director, you will:

• Lead and mentor the veterinary team
• Partner with the Hospital Manager to drive hospital success
• Support clinical quality, standards, and compliance
• Guide DVM development and mentorship
• Contribute to hospital growth and clinical excellence
• Serve as a clinical resource for complex cases

You’ll play a key role in helping VetnCare deliver on our mission of “next-level care, next door.”

What We’re Looking For

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• Licensed (or eligible) in California
• 5+ years clinical experience
• Leadership experience as Medical Director, Clinical Director, or Lead Veterinarian preferred
• Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and high-quality medicine

About VetnCare

VetnCare is a growing community of 12 veterinary hospitals across Northern California, founded on the belief that exceptional pet care starts with exceptional people.

We invest heavily in our teams through mentorship, professional development, and strong operational support so our veterinarians can focus on what matters most: delivering outstanding care for pets and their families.

What We Offer

• $180 -$225k base salary, + uncapped production bonus for unlimited earning potential with no negative accruals
• Clinical Director stipend
• Sign-on bonuses and relocation support available for qualified candidates based on experience and location
• $3,000 annual CE allowance + 40 hours paid time to invest in your professional growth (based on four day work week)
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• Generous discounts on care for multiple pets
• Advanced clinical training across our hospital network with DVMs who specialize in cases typically referred out, allowing you to elevate your skillset beyond what most practices can offer.
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• 2 complimentary scrub sets annually + 50% discount on additional uniforms
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies