Partner Veterinarian

Our clients are preparing to launch a brand-new, modern small animal hospital in a highly established coastal community within the next month, and they are seeking a Partner Veterinarian / Founding Medical Director to play a pivotal role in shaping the hospital from day one.

This is not a typical associate position. The incoming veterinarian will be instrumental in defining the medical standards, culture, and long-term direction of the practice, while stepping into a true partnership opportunity with significant equity ownership. The ownership group is handling real estate, build-out, and operational infrastructure, allowing the clinical leader to focus on medicine, team development, and delivering an exceptional client experience.

The hospital is being designed with quality-focused, progressive medicine at its core. The layout will include multiple modern exam rooms, a fully equipped surgical suites, and advanced diagnostics.

With the clinic scheduled to open in the next month, the successful candidate will join early enough to influence everything from equipment purchasing and protocol development to hiring and mentoring the veterinary team. This role is ideally suited to an experienced veterinarian ready to transition into leadership, ownership, and long-term wealth creation, without the burden of upfront capital investment.

Key Highlights

• Founding leadership role with substantial equity ownership
• Opportunity to shape medical protocols, equipment choices, and hospital culture
• 3,300 sq.ft. state-of-the-art small animal facility
• Strong focus on high-quality, concierge-level veterinary care
• Full-service primary care with diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and preventive medicine
• Emphasis on sustainable scheduling and work-life balance
• Start date available immediately ahead of the hospital’s official opening

About You

• DVM or equivalent degree that allows you to practice veterinary medicine in the US
• You hold (or are eligible for) a licensure in California
• Minimum of 5 years’ clinical experience in small animal practice
• Confident leader with an interest in mentoring and team development
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to help build and grow a practice
• Passionate about delivering high medical standards and excellent client communication

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Straight salary model, no production targets to hit
• Significant equity ownership in the business
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Annual CE allowance
• No weekends or after-hours shifts
• Significant clinical autonomy and supportive ownership partnership
• Many other perks!

Next Steps

If you are interested, hit “Apply” or for a confidential chat to find out more, simply email hello@atlasconsultancygroup.com or call the office at (332) 867 1807.