Modern Animal · 4 months ago
Area Medical Director
California / Colorado
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$180K/yr - $231K/yr
10+ years expModern Animal is redefining veterinary care with a technology-forward approach and a commitment to their people. As an Area Medical Director, you will oversee medical leadership and clinical development across Northern California, managing a team of Lead Doctors and ensuring high standards of care across clinics. This role requires a licensed veterinarian passionate about coaching and clinical excellence, with a significant portion of time spent in-clinic supporting teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead and inspire a team of veterinarians, providing mentorship, coaching, and professional development
Foster a culture of curiosity, integrity, clinical excellence, and accountability
Champion high standards of care across all medical services and procedures
Conduct routine clinical observations and chart reviews to provide feedback and ensure consistent quality
Serve as a medical resource for complex cases or escalated care concerns
Partner with the Area Clinic Manager(s) to co-lead clinic teams and ensure alignment across medical and operational priorities
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and development of new doctors, including mentorship for new graduates or new leaders
Guide doctors on time management, case efficiency, and client communication
Lead performance management processes and support clinics through change and growth
Foster a psychologically safe and inclusive environment where doctors and teams across markets can thrive
Collaborate with Regional and Support Teams to develop and implement programs that elevate patient care and client experience
Partner with cross-functional teams to implement new medical tools, systems, or workflows
Contribute to hiring strategy and workforce planning across your region
Monitor clinical performance metrics and use insights to coach and improve outcomes
Partner with field leaders to support clinic workflows, schedules, and DVM staffing needs
Assist with new clinic openings, including staffing, training, and establishing a culture of excellence from day one
Qualification
Required
10+ years of veterinary experience, ideally 5+ in a multi-unit operations or leadership role
Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary school or equivalent program, with eligibility to practice in the United States
Active license to practice veterinary medicine in California required at the start of employment
License must be in good standing with no malpractice or disciplinary actions
Willingness to travel (up to 80%) to clinics in the San Francisco Bay Area and other assigned regions, with occasional travel for company meetings, events, and training
Must reside in — or be willing to relocate to — Northern California or Denver, Colorado with regular travel required to clinics in Northern California and other regions as assigned
Benefits
Guaranteed, competitive base salary (no negative accrual)
Sign-on bonus
No non-compete agreements
Annual CE allowance and paid CE days
Generous paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Stellar benefits package, including health, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
401(k) with company match
Access to Spring Health for behavioral and mental health support
Free Modern Animal membership for your own pets, plus discounts on services
A vibrant, supportive, blame-free culture made up of people committed to changing veterinary medicine for the better
Company
Modern Animal
Modern Animal is an innovative veterinary platform building a new kind of veterinary experience for animals and humans.
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$210MKey Investors
AdditionFounders Fund
2025-09-16Series D· $46M
2022-08-07Series C· $75M
2021-07-30Series B· $40M
Leadership Team
Steven Eidelman
Founder & CEO
Keith Hackbarth
VP of Technology
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