Clinical Director - Montclair Pet Hospital

The Role: Clinical Director

As Clinical Director, you’ll balance clinical excellence with operational leadership. You’ll:

• Lead by example in delivering exceptional patient care
• Coach, support, and elevate fellow veterinarians and support staff
• Collaborate with hospital leadership on workflow, culture, and client experience
• Have the freedom to shape how we grow, while knowing your ideas are heard and valued.

You’ll have the freedom to shape how we grow, while knowing your ideas are heard and valued.

Our Culture

We’re proud of the warm, supportive culture we’ve built — and we work hard to protect it. At Montclair, we:

• Work as a teamto care for patients and each other
• Maintain ahealthy work-life balance(we mean it!)
• Love what we do — andhave fun doing it
• Support growth, learning, and leadership at every level
  
  

Our Community: Montclair Village

Montclair offers the best of both worlds: a walkable, family-friendly village nestled within bustling Oakland. You'll enjoy:

• Asmall-town vibewith shops, cafes, and restaurants just steps away
• Easy access totop-rated schoolsand cultural hotspots
• Free parking next door
• A commute that dodges the worst of Bay Area traffic

Ideal Candidate

You’re a confident, compassionate leader with:

• 4+ years of clinical experience (bonus if you've mentored or led before)
• Strong surgical and diagnostic skills
• A growth mindset and collaborative leadership style
• A desire to create a space where great medicine and great people thrive

Ready to Lead Something Special?

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role whereculture, clinical standards, and community come together, Montclair Pet Hospital is ready for you.

• Sign-on bonuses and relocation supportavailable for qualified candidates based on experience and location
• $3,000 annual CE allowance + 40 hours paid timeto 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 trainingacross our hospital network with DVMs who specialize in cases typically referred out, allowing you to elevate your skillset beyond what most practices can offer.
• Comprehensivemedical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insuranceto support your health while you care for theirs
• Health and Dependent CareFSA/HSA accountsto maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insuranceto protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverageto protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programprovidingfreemental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support servicesavailable 24/7 for you and your loved ones.
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidaysto 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

The pay range for this role is:

180,000.00 - 240,000.00 USD per year (Montclair Pet Hospital)

Clinical Director – Montclair Pet Hospital, Oakland, CA

Lead with Purpose. Practice with Passion. Thrive in a Team That Feels Like Family.

Are you a skilled and compassionate veterinarian ready to take the next step in your leadership journey or are you currently working as a Clinical Director?

AtMontclair Pet Hospital, we’re looking for aClinical Directorwho’s not only an exceptional veterinarian but also a natural mentor, collaborator, and motivator.

This is your opportunity to guide a passionate and growing team in one of Oakland’s most charming neighborhoods — where small-town warmth meets big-city access.

Why Montclair Pet Hospital?

We’re a thrivingadvanced general practicewith a loyal client base and a reputation for quality, compassion, and collaboration. Our veterinarians bring expertise across:

• Advanced general practiceincluding cystotomies, GI explorations, mass removals
• Soft tissue surgery– spays, neuters, urgent care cases
• Abdominal ultrasound and echocardiograms
• Pocket pets? Yep, we see a few of those too!

We also have separatesurgical and dental suites,ultrasound, and a strong support team eager to grow and learn — many say it's the best team they've ever worked with.