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Medical Director

Yokayo Veterinary Center

Job Description

$50k+ Sign-On Bonus | $150k–$200k+ DOE | Relocation Assistance Available 

 
Yokayo Veterinary Center is seeking an experienced Medical Director (MDVM) to guide our talented team, shape the future of our AAHA-accredited hospital, and deliver compassionate, high-quality care to our loyal clients. 

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Why You’ll Love This Role 

As our Medical Director, you’ll have the clinical autonomy to practice your way while mentoring a dedicated team that values collaboration, learning, and community connection.  We’re a small-animal exclusive practice serving dogs and cats (with room for special interests) in a friendly, outdoorsy Northern California town. 

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Compensation & Benefits 

  • Competitive salary: $150,000–$200,000+ base salary (DOE) 
  • Production-based bonuses 
  • $50,000+ sign-on/relocation package 
  • Medical/vision/dental insurance 
  • 401(k) with company match 
  • Generous CE stipend 

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Your Leadership Impact 

We’re looking for a leader who is: 

  • Confident, approachable, and an effective communicator 
  • Passionate about continuous learning—for yourself and your team 
  • Skilled in both medicine and mentorship 
  • Comfortable in a small-town, nature-rich environment 
  • Dedicated to client education and the human-animal bond 
  • Eager to contribute to the practice’s growth and bring innovative ideas to enhance services 

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About Our Hospital 

We are a 2-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice with strong community ties and a passion for progressive medicine. 
Our equipment & services include: 

  • Digital general x-ray with Telemed consultations 
  • Digital dental x-ray (Logiq S7) 
  • K-Laser therapy 
  • Endoscopy 
  • Cryosurgery 
  • Advanced dentistry tools (bonding, endodontics, composite restorations, guided tissue regeneration) 
  • Support for cultivating your own special interests 

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Life in Ukiah 

Located in the Ukiah Valley just 2.5 hours north of San Francisco, this is wine country living without the hustle. Enjoy: 

  • Wineries, orchards, and farmer’s markets 
  • Coastal escapes to Mendocino, Fort Bragg, and Caspar 
  • Redwood forests and endless hiking trails 
  • A blend of local charm and big-name conveniences (boutiques + superstores) 

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Let’s Connect 

If you’re ready to lead a practice where your vision, your medicine, and your lifestyle can all thrive, contact Jake Osborn at Jake.Osborn@nva.com or visit www.yokayovetcenter.org to learn more. 


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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Ukiah, California, United States

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