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Medical Director

Florissant Animal Hospital

Job Description

Lead with Excellence: Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director
Florissant Animal Hospital – AAHA Accredited | Established | Community-Trusted

At NVA we offer more than a career, we offer an opportunity for ownership. 

Consider joining a community that empowers and encourages you to build beyond a successful career.  

Are you an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step in your career? Florissant Animal Hospital is seeking a Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director to lead our highly respected, AAHA-accredited, 2-doctor practice located just outside of St. Louis.

Since 1958, we’ve been a cornerstone of veterinary care in North County, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, boarding, and grooming services. As our new medical leader, you’ll step into a collaborative environment with an experienced support team, a loyal client base, and a culture built on trust, innovation, and a shared passion for exceptional medicine.

Why You’ll Love Leading Here

Practice Highlights:

  • Five exam rooms (plus comfort room), large treatment area, two-table surgical suite
  • State-of-the-art dental suite: digital dental radiography + dual high-speed units
  • In-house IDEXX lab + full external diagnostic support
  • Robust pharmacy with a wide range of pharmaceuticals
  • AVImark software – optimized for a 6,200+ patient client base
  • Fear-Free design: separate feline waiting and ward areas

Team & Culture:

  • Long-tenured, highly skilled support staff with strong mentorship culture
  • Devoted clientele – we’re the trusted family vet for generations of pet owners
  • Team-oriented, community-involved, and driven by compassionate care
  • Located near top specialty and emergency facilities for referral support

Your Role as Managing Veterinarian

As the Medical Director, you’ll be the clinical and cultural leader of the hospital. Working in partnership with our Hospital Manager and supported by NVA’s operational resources, you will:

  • Drive high-quality medical standards across the practice
  • Mentor and lead associate veterinarians and support staff
  • Foster a collaborative and positive team culture
  • Participate in strategic decisions impacting hospital performance
  • Play a key role in building the hospital’s future — with the opportunity for ownership

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Base + Production bonus model
  • Ownership opportunities through NVA’s partnership program
  • Sign-on, retention, and relocation bonuses available
  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with match
  • Generous PTO and flexible 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays
  • CE allowance + paid license, DEA, dues, and professional fees
  • Pet care discounts, including on insurance plans

Discover Florissant & St. Louis

Located minutes from St. Louis, Florissant offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and city accessibility. Enjoy:

  • Top-tier attractions like the St. Louis Zoo, Science Center, and Forest Park
  • Vibrant arts, music, and culinary scenes
  • Access to hiking, camping, fishing, and outdoor adventures
  • A strong, diverse local community with deep roots and rich culture
  • Sports fans will love cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals and Blues

Lead. Inspire. Thrive.

At NVA, we offer more than a job — we offer a chance to lead, grow, and even own a practice that you’re passionate about. Whether you’re a seasoned veterinarian ready to lead or a leader looking to deepen your impact, Florissant Animal Hospital offers a rare opportunity to truly shape a practice and a team.

Visit us online at https://www.florissantanimalhospital.com/

Ready to lead with purpose? Apply today!



National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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Florissant, Missouri, United States

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