ACCESS Los Angeles is seeking an experienced, collaborative Veterinary Specialty Medical Director to lead one of the most respected specialty and emergency institutions in Southern California. This role is ideal for a clinician-leader who is passionate about medical excellence, team development, and shaping the future of specialty care in a high-performing, multi-specialty environment. As Medical Director, you will partner closely with hospital and regional leadership to support clinical quality, mentorship, growth, and culture-while maintaining an active clinical presence if desired.
Why ACCESS Los Angeles
- Renowned specialty and emergency hospital with a strong referral base
- Highly engaged, board-certified specialists and experienced ER teams
- Robust caseload that supports advanced medicine and professional fulfillment
- Clients who value diagnostics, collaboration, and gold-standard care
- Located in the heart of Los Angeles, offering year-round sunshine, cultural diversity, and unmatched lifestyle opportunities
The Role
- Provide medical leadership and strategic direction for the hospital
- Support and mentor specialists, ER doctors, interns, and residents
- Partner with operations leadership to drive clinical excellence and team engagement
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Maintain flexibility in clinical vs. administrative time based on interest and strengths
What We're Looking For
- Board-certified specialist or experienced emergency clinician preferred
- Prior leadership experience strongly desired
- Passion for developing people and advancing medicine
- Collaborative, approachable leadership style
- Interest in shaping long-term vision and growth
What ACCESS Offers
- Competitive compensation with leadership incentives
- Protected administrative time
- Leadership training and ongoing support
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
- Robust benefits, CE support, and professional development resources
About Thrive
Vet-founder and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.
We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.
We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.
Join us where. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.
At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we are committed to creating a culture where everyone from any background can be heard, respected, and valued. We pledge to build an inclusive environment nurtured by respectful curiosity to support, encourage, and celebrate the diverse voices of our teams and the communities we serve.
Experience & Skills Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
- State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, before their start date.
- Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.
- Board-Certified Specialist or Residency-Trained Veterinarian.
Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an annual base salary range starting at $150,000 - $300,000/year. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
To learn more about this amazing opportunity, please apply through the link on this page or submit your CV confidentially to Amanda Loseth at (see below) . You can also view additional positions at https://careers.thrivepetcare.com/.
