Stiern Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to join our team!

Ready to lead an exceptional veterinary team? Stiern Veterinary Hospital is searching for a visionary Medical Director to elevate our thriving practice to new heights. Join our close-knit team of three veterinarians where collaboration and clinical excellence are at our core. As Medical Director, you'll balance hands-on medicine with strategic leadership—setting standards, mentoring colleagues, and shaping our future while enjoying the benefits of our collaborative approach to challenging cases. Your leadership will reinforce our reputation for outstanding patient care and client service, evidenced by our impressive collection of glowing reviews. This is your opportunity to make your mark while practicing the medicine you love.

About the hospital:

Brand new Digital x-rays Ultrasound Endoscope State of the art laboratory - Idexx Catalyst/Pro-Cyte Cornerstone Practice Software Access to local Board-Certified Surgeon / Ortho & Soft Tissue

What we offer:

Competitive salary ($130K-$160K+) pending experience and qualifications with production incentives Up to $75,000 in signing and retention bonuses Buy-in/Ownership potential (available after 1 year) Great work/life balance with flexible scheduling, including rotating Saturday’s – closed on Sunday’s! Opportunity to shape medical protocols and hospital culture 401k with matching Health benefits (medical, dental, vision) Enhanced continuing education allowance Malpractice coverage License renewal and professional association memberships

Qualifications:

Candidate must be a graduate from an AVMA accredited college or have successfully passed the ECFVG certification program or the PAVE certification program Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience Previous leadership experience preferred Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to high-quality medicine and exceptional client service California veterinary license in good standing or ability to obtain

About Bakersfield, CA: 

Bakersfield has a population of 375,000 and is in the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley. Our central location puts us within 2 hours of beautiful Pacific beaches, cultural opportunities in Los Angeles or the spectacular national parks in the Sierra mountains. While we have mild seasonal changes, the weather is usually warm and sunny. Bakersfield's real estate prices and cost of living are among the most reasonable in the state.

For more information, please reach out to Melissa Bingham - melissa.bingham@nva.com - you can also visit our website at https://www.stiernveterinaryhospital.com/