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 ownershipQualifications
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.