Medical Director

National Veterinary Associates; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Managing Veterinarian at AMC Deer Valley in Glendale, California. In this leadership role, you will provide medical oversight, mentor associate veterinarians, and ensure high standards of veterinary care.

We offer a competitive salary of $140,000–$160,000, along with comprehensive benefits including insurance, 401(k) match, and sign-on bonuses. Join a collaborative, people-focused team dedicated to quality care!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical experience.
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred.
• Commitment to high-quality, ethical veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of medical and surgical cases.
• Establish and uphold medical protocols and standards.
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians.
• Support efficient workflows and operational improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary school

Active Arizona license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Are you an experienced veterinarian who enjoys mentoring others, leading with intention, and helping shape the future of a well‑established practice? Animal Medical Center of Deer Valley (AMC Deer Valley) is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to provide medical leadership and guide our hospital as we move into its next chapter.

This is a unique opportunity for a confident, people‑focused leader to step into a respected role at an AAHA‑accredited hospital that values high‑quality medicine, collaboration, and culture.

About the Hospital

Founded in 2001, AMC Deer Valley is a long‑standing, trusted practice serving a loyal client base. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, collaborative culture rooted in communication and teamwork. Leadership is hands‑on and approachable, with a strong emphasis on consistency, professionalism, and mutual respect. Team connection is fostered through regular collaboration, ensuring alignment and shared goals across the hospital.

Hospital Highlights:

• AAHA accredited
• 3 exam rooms
• Surgical suite

The Role

As Managing Veterinarian, you’ll balance clinical practice with leadership, mentorship, and strategic oversight. You’ll partner closely with hospital leadership to ensure consistent medical standards while fostering a positive, accountable, and collaborative environment.

Medical Leadership

• Provide oversight of medical and surgical cases
• Establish, uphold, and evolve medical protocols and standards of care
• Support continuity of care across doctors
• Guide diagnostics, treatment planning, and client communication
• Ensure the hospital remains inspection‑ready at all times
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians
• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and performance development
• Partner with leadership on training, CE tracking, and licensure
• Promote a respectful, team‑first culture

Practice Operations & Growth

• Support efficient workflows and operational improvements
• Encourage client education, compliance, and patient visits
• Participate in hospital initiatives and community engagement
• Help guide the practice through an upcoming leadership transition
• CE allowance, paid licensure, and membership dues
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Up to $30,000 sign‑on bonus!
• Additional management bonuses
• Opportunity for production based bonuses
• Base salary: $140,000–$160,000 (depending on experience)

The Ideal Candidate

• DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary school
• Active Arizona license (or ability to obtain)
• 5+ years of clinical experience
• Previous leadership or management experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and culture‑building
• Commitment to practicing high‑quality, ethical veterinary medicine

National Veterinary Associates 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.