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Veterinarian & Medical Director

Vacaville Animal Care Center

Job Description

Veterinarian Opportunity – Associate Veterinarian or Medical Director

Clinical excellence with leadership support—at your pace

Vacaville Animal Care Center – Vacaville, CA


Vacaville Animal Care Center is seeking a veterinarian to join our team. We are open to hiring either an Associate DVM or a Medical Director, depending on your experience, interests, and career goals.


If you love practicing quality medicine and are either:

  • Focused on clinical work or

  • Curious about leadership now or in the future

We have a structure in place to support both paths!



The Opportunity

This role is intentionally flexible. We recognize that not every great leader is ready—or wants—to step fully into a Medical Director role on day one.


We are open to:

  • An Associate DVM who wants to focus on medicine with support and growth

  • An experienced veterinarian interested in stepping into a Medical Director role or a clinician with leadership interest who wants to grow into an MDVM role over time, with training and support

  • A current Managing DVM/Medical Director seeking better support and more work-life balance

At NVA, leadership is supported, not isolated—with operational, financial, and people-management resources so you can lead without sacrificing your love of medicine.



Associate DVM Focus

  • Practice high-quality small animal medicine in a collaborative environment

  • Build lasting client relationships

  • Work alongside an experienced, supportive team

  • Maintain flexibility and work-life balance

  • Access mentorship, CE, and professional development



Medical Director Focus (If Applicable)

  • Provide clinical leadership and medical direction for the hospital

  • Lead & support associate veterinarians

  • Partner with hospital and regional leadership on operations and growth

  • Help shape medical protocols, standards of care, and team development

  • Maintain a meaningful clinical caseload alongside leadership responsibilities

Previous leadership experience is valued but not required—NVA provides training and ongoing support.



Why Vacaville Animal Care Center & NVA

  • Well-established hospital with a loyal client base

  • Experienced associate DVM group with a collaborative team culture focused on quality medicine and sustainability

  • Modern equipment and strong operational support

  • Autonomy at the hospital level with national infrastructure behind you

  • Leadership development programs and peer MDVM network

  • Flexible scheduling and realistic expectations



Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary $115k-$180k (adjusted based on role and experience)

  • Production ranging between 22-23% and/or leadership incentive opportunities

  • Sign-on and relocation assistance available

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Generous PTO and CE allowance

  • Paid licensure, professional dues, and VIN membership

  • Pet care discounts and wellness resources

  • 4-Week Paid Sabbatical Retention Bonus (in addition to PTO)
  • Equity Opportunity: Cash buy-in available for up to 10% hospital ownership


Qualifications

  • DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in California

  • Passion for high-quality medicine and teamwork

  • Interest in professional growth—clinically and/or as a leader



Let’s Talk

Whether you’re an experienced Medical Director seeking better support or an Associate DVM exploring what’s next, we’d love to have a conversation.

Apply today or reach out to learn more about how this role could be shaped around you.

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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Vacaville, California, United States

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