Medical Director

Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO and CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital in Pleasanton, CA is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team and grow into a Managing Veterinarian role. We offer structured mentorship, leadership training, and a path to leadership while you continue clinical practice.

The role emphasizes high-quality medicine, collaboration with an experienced team, and sustainable, flexible scheduling to support work-life balance. Long-term growth and supportive leadership are core to our approach.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Education

DVM from AVMA-accredited school

Job description

Veterinarian Opportunity – Associate Veterinarian

Clinical excellence with a leadership development track—at your pace

Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital – Pleasanton, CA

Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital is seeking a veterinarian to join our team. We are looking to hire an Associate Veterinarian wanting to grow into a Managing Veterinarian. To help with this transition, we have systems in place to partner with doctors ready to grow beyond the associate role with structured systems, mentorship, and leadership training. The goal is to make the transition successful and sustainable!

If you love practicing quality medicine and are focused on clinical work while curious about leadership now or in the future, this could be a great fit. We have a structure in place to support this path!

The Opportunity

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

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 Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital & 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 $150,000-$210,000 (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

Additional Benefits Information

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.

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

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.