Job Description

Why Join Our Team:

Midtown Veterinary Hospital is a boutique general practice nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley in Palo Alto, California. Our modern, spacious facility is designed with both efficiency and comfort in mind, enabling us to deliver outstanding wellness, preventative, and urgent care services in a location that offers the perfect blend of community feel and city convenience.


Our tight-knit team thrives on exceptional collaboration and a deep commitment to both patient care and workplace positivity. We've purposefully built dedicated wellness spaces into our practice--including a fully stocked snack room and a tranquil outdoor break area--creating an environment where great care starts with well-cared-for people.

What Sets Us Apart

Wellness Focus

: Dedicated spaces for team members including stocked snack room and outdoor break area

Personalized Environment

: Smaller practice where your ideas are heard and contributions matter

Prime Location

: Steps away from Palo Alto's best cafes and eateries in a vibrant neighborhood

Collaborative Culture

: True teamwork in a cohesive environment that values connection

City-Neighborhood Balance

: Perfect blend of urban energy and community charm

Located in the heart of Palo Alto, join a team that values connection, care, and community. Experience a veterinary career where efficiency meets empathy in one of Silicon Valley's most desirable locations.


About This Role:

Join us as

Area Medical Director at Midtown Veterinary Hospital

, where you'll combine clinical excellence with strategic leadership. You'll serve as the primary medical leader while maintaining an active clinical practice approximately 3 days per week, establishing medical standards and driving quality improvement initiatives across our growing network.

In this role, you'll lead the Midtown clinical team, mentor Associate DVMs, and collaborate with other hospital locations to share best practices. You'll have the opportunity to shape medical protocols, support our network expansion, and make a lasting impact on veterinary care while enjoying the innovation-rich community of Palo Alto.
What Success Looks Like:

Clinical Excellence:

You'll establish and maintain the highest standards of veterinary care by implementing best practices, guiding medical protocols, and ensuring every patient receives exceptional treatment.

Team Leadership:

You'll inspire and develop our veterinary team through mentorship, training, and fostering a positive hospital culture where professionals feel valued, supported, and motivated to excel.

Strategic Partnership:

You'll collaborate with the Hospital Manager and regional leadership to identify growth opportunities, address challenges, and make strategic decisions that enhance both patient care and hospital performance.

Quality Assurance:

You'll monitor clinical outcomes, provide constructive feedback, and implement improvements to continuously elevate the level of medicine practiced at our hospital.

Client Advocacy:

You'll ensure exceptional client experiences by guiding communication standards, addressing complex cases or concerns, and fostering trust between our practice and the community we serve.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

Leadership mindset

with ability to balance hands-on practice with administrative responsibilities

Strategic thinker

who takes a collaborative approach to problem-solving

Strong clinical capabilities

with commitment to high patient care standards

Team builder

with excellent communication and mentorship skills

Adaptable professional

willing to travel between locations as needed

Education & Experience:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required Current state veterinary license in good standing Current DEA license required 3-5 years of clinical experience preferred Previous leadership or mentoring experience highly desirable Experience with practice management and team development a plus

How We'll Support You:

Competitive salary

($180k - $250k annually)

+ production

Performance Bonus

opportunities Comprehensive

medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

and continuing education support with reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid license fees, VIN/Plumbs membership, and liability insurance Employee referral program and financial wellness support Relocation assistance available

Pay Range: USD $180,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr. EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.