PetVet Care Centers is a network of over 420+ Specialty and General Practice Veterinary Hospitals across the nation.  Each location is operated locally and supported globally. We appreciate the differences in each and every community and support the local traditions which have made our member hospitals so successful.  Visit our website to learn more about our career opportunities for veterinarians and veterinary office support staff.

Industry: Veterinary Services
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees

PetVet Care Centers

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At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

**Because life is better with pets.**

We deliver the **Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. ** That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than **420 locally led hospitals ** and over **11,000 team members nationwide **, we offer:

- Local autonomy with national support

- Career mobility and development opportunities

- A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

**You care for pets. We care for you.**

**Position Overview**

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled **full-time Medical Director ** to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Manager.

**Veterinary Medical Associates ** has been setting the standard for outstanding veterinary care for over 60 years. Through our multiple decades as a premier veterinary hospital in Modesto, we have seen and been part of great progress and innovation in the veterinary world. During this time, one thing has never changed: Veterinary Medical Associates is dedicated to providing your companions with the highest quality care available. We have been honored by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) with 60 years of accreditation.

**Compensation: $170-190k annually for full-time**

Ready to take the next step? Apply today! For questions or to connect directly, please email your resume to **Heather Williams ** at **hwilliams@petvetcarecenters.com **.

**What We Offer**

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

- Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available

- Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

- 401(k) with discretionary contribution

- Team Member Pet Discounts

- Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP

- CE stipends and career development resources

- Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

- Local hospital culture backed by national resources

**Key Responsibilities **

- Maintaining a high quality of progressive veterinary care

- Oversees and gives directives regarding medical standards and quality of care

- Sets policies as they pertain to the practice of medicine

- Works toward making various services work as one team

- In conjunction with appropriate leadership team members, recommends additions to the hospital inventory

- Budgets for new equipment and provides a reasonable cost estimate and return on investment

- Sees patients and handles clinical practice

- Ensures positive communication with clients and between doctors, including the proper transfer of patient care responsibilities

- Reviews patient records for completeness and accuracy and uses them to promote medical excellence

- Appropriately manages controlled drugs

- Reviews and approves requests for alternatives to additional drugs and medical supplies

- Conducts regular doctor meetings

- Performs other duties as assigned by Manager

- Handles patient care problems, client complaints, and referral partner issues

- Manages veterinary, client, and board complaints and recommends resolutions

- Develops medical policies

- Assists in ensuring practice compliance with the State Veterinary Medical Practice Act, OSHA, and AAHA standards

- Monitors DVM performance and production, provides coaching when appropriate

- Serves as a mentor and role model for all staff veterinarians

- Leads candidate interviews of potential DVMs

- Identifies new service opportunities that do not currently exist in the hospital

- Holds ownership for the revenue and success of the practice through monitoring key performance indicators and works with the Hospital Manager to make adjustments to achieve positive results

- Helps identify and plan for upcoming challenges in maintaining hospital operations and possible temporary solutions (locum)

**Qualifications (Required)**

- Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university

- Current State Veterinary License

- DEA registration must be obtained and maintained

- 3-5+ years of experience in a veterinary practice

- Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.

- Excellent surgical and dental skills.

- Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

- Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.

- Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.

- Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.

- Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.

- May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

- Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.

- Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

**Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)**

- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal

- Excellent time-management and delegation abilities

- Exercises sound judgment and demonstrates exemplary decision-making skills

- Professionalism and courtesy in all interactions with others

- Well-developed interpersonal skills

Pay Range

$170,000—$190,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a **Culture of Care ** — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With **more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. ** and a team of over **11,000 dedicated professionals **, including **1700+ veterinarians **, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on **partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy **, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

**You care for pets. We care for you.**

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.  Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices.

Veterinary Medical Associates- Medical Director

SunOpta Inc. is a leading global company focused on helping make the planet and its people healthier through plant-based foods and beverages, fruit-based foods and beverages, and organic ingredient sourcing and production. 

SunOpta specializes in the sourcing, processing and packaging of organic, conventional, non-GMO food products. Integrated from seed through packaged products, SunOpta has a primary focus on strategic vertically integrated business models.

Throughout its history SunOpta has evolved to become a strong, vibrant organization with a robust commitment to organic, non-GMO and specialty foods and environmental responsibility. 

SunOpta's Mission:
To deliver organic, healthy, and sustainable food solutions that improve lives. To maintain purity of our products and be the market leader in organic integrity. To be the leader in our fast-moving industry, with better execution than our competitors. To develop and retain great employees – great companies are made of great people.

Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees

SunOpta

**About SunOpta**

SunOpta delivers customized supply chain solutions and innovation for top brands, retailers, and foodservice providers across a broad portfolio of beverages, broths, and better-for-you snacks. With over 50 years of expertise, SunOpta fuels customers’ growth with high-quality, sustainability-forward solutions distributed through retail, club, foodservice, and e-commerce channels across North America.

**Job Summary**

The Human Resources Generalist supports the organization by building strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and delivering key HR services and programs. This role is responsible for partnering with the HR Manager to ensure compliance, drive employee engagement, support workforce development, and maintain operational excellence across HR functions including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and HR administration.

**Essential Functions Of The Job**

**Talent Acquisition & Onboarding**

- Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruiting efforts including job postings, sourcing, interviewing, and selection.

- Ensure hiring processes follow approval workflows and compliance standards.

- Coordinate and manage onboarding activities to ensure smooth transitions for new hires.

**HRIS Administration & Reporting**

- Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system and ensure timely processing of transactions (new hires, terminations, changes).

- Generate standard and ad-hoc reports to support HR metrics and business decisions.

- Ensure personnel files and documentation are complete and compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

**Payroll & Timekeeping Support**

- Monitor and maintain Time & Attendance systems; support employees and managers with timecard issues and leave tracking.

- Coordinate with Corporate Payroll to process bi-weekly changes including new hires, terminations, and pay adjustments.

- Assist with payroll audits and ensure data accuracy.

**Employee Relations**

- Provide guidance and support on HR policies, procedures, and employee concerns (e.g., performance, workplace behavior, pay, benefits).

- Partner with HRM and site leaders to address employee relations issues and support a positive work environment.

- Assist in investigations and ensure documentation is handled appropriately.

**Performance & Talent Management**

- Support leaders through the performance evaluation process.

- Partner with supervisors to address performance concerns by providing guidance on coaching strategies, accountability measures, and documentation best practices

- Assist in drafting and delivering corrective actions, ensuring fairness, consistency, and legal compliance.

**Benefits & Wellness**

- Support new hire and open enrollment activities, including employee communications and documentation distribution.

- Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit questions; ensure proper documentation of benefit changes.

- Assist with wellness initiatives and program rollouts across designated sites.

**General HR Support**

- Maintain confidentiality and data integrity in all HR processes and communications.

- Support internal HR projects, audits, and initiatives as needed.

- Provide timely and accurate support to site HRM and cross-functional teams.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

**Supervisory Responsibilities**

No internal direct reports

**Minimum Qualifications**

- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

**Preferred Qualifications**

- 2+ years of experience in Human Resources.

- Prior experience supporting a manufacturing environment.

- Bilingual in Spanish

**Knowledge And Skills**

- Demonstrates a strong service orientation; responsive and composed under pressure, with a clear sense of urgency, acute attention to detail, and a high level of integrity and professionalism.

- Adapts effectively to changing situations; flexible and resourceful in fast-paced environments.

- Self-motivated and capable of working independently while also being a collaborative and reliable team player; results-driven with a solutions-focused mindset.

- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and professionally across all levels of the organization.

- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

**Work Environment/Physical Demands**

Approximately; 80% is in office environment, 20% in manufacturing and warehouse facilities.

~~Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.~~

~~AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREOE M/W/VET/DISABLED~~

HR Generalist

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