Veterinarian

Veterinarian Opportunity – Associate Veterinarian or Medical Director

Clinical excellence with leadership support—at your pace

Vacaville Animal Care Centeris 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!

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.

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

Provide clinical leadership and medical direction for the hospital

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.