Medical Director

Abqpetcarehospital; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Equity opportunity

VIN membership

Job summary

Vacaville Animal Care Center in Vacaville, CA, seeks a Managing Veterinarian to lead clinically while staying closely involved in hands-on medicine. Join a trusted team that has served Solano County for over 60 years, with a competitive base salary and leadership incentives.

The role offers a $30,000 sign-on and relocation assistance, equity opportunities, and a supportive national veterinary network to focus on patients, team, and career growth.

Qualifications

• DVM (or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited college.
• ECFVG or PAVE certification (if applicable).
• Experience leading veterinarians or managing teams is preferred.
• Strong leadership and clinical direction skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical leadership and clinical direction.
• Mentor associate veterinarians.
• Maintain an active clinical caseload.
• Collaborate with hospital and regional leadership to drive success.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical direction

DVM

Education

DVM or equivalent from AVMA-accredited college

ECFVG or PAVE certification

Job description

Lead with Purpose at Vacaville Animal Care Center | Managing Veterinarian Opportunity

Advance your leadership career without giving up hands-on medicine. Vacaville Animal Care Center is in Vacaville, California—conveniently situated between Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area, and just minutes from Napa Valley and Davis. At our well-established hospital, you'll join a trusted team that has served the pets and families of Solano County for more than 60 years. As our Managing Veterinarian, you'll help shape the future of the practice while providing exceptional patient care alongside an experienced, collaborative team.

We offer a competitive base salary of $160,000–$185,000 (DOE), production and leadership incentives, $30,000 sign-on and relocation assistance, equity opportunities, and the support of a national veterinary network—allowing you to focus on your patients, your team, and your career.

Why Veterinarians Choose Vacaville Animal Care Center

• Established, community-trusted hospital with a loyal client base
• Collaborative team of 3 experienced veterinarians
• Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends
• Excellent 2:1 technician-to-doctor ratio
• Supportive, family-like culture with outstanding work-life balance
• Highly tenured team that values mentorship and collaboration

Practice Exceptional Medicine

You’ll have the resources to provide outstanding care, including:

• Brand-new ultrasound, digital radiography, and digital dental radiography
• 5 fully equipped exam rooms
• Modern equipment and strong operational support
• Clinical autonomy backed by a nationally recognized veterinary organization

Whether your passion is surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, or preventive care, you'll have the flexibility to continue growing your clinical interests.

Lead and Inspire

As Managing Veterinarian, you will:

• Provide medical leadership and clinical direction
• Mentor associate veterinarians
• Partner with hospital and regional leadership to drive success
• Help shape medical protocols and team development
• Maintain an active clinical caseload

Leadership experience is welcomed but not required. If you're ready to take the next step, we’ll provide the mentorship and leadership development to help you succeed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000–$185,000 (DOE)
• 22–23% production plus leadership incentives
• $30,000 Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO, CE allowance, and paid CE days
• Paid licensure, professional dues, and VIN membership (Note: Should close the
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• Paid licensure, professional dues, and VIN membership
• Employee pet care discounts
• Four-week paid sabbatical retention bonus
• Equity opportunity with cash buy-in for up to 10% hospital ownership

Why Vacaville?

Enjoy the best of Northern California with easy access to Napa Valley, Sacramento, and the Bay Area. Vacaville offers an affordable cost of living, excellent outdoor recreation, family-friendly neighborhoods, and an exceptional quality of life.

Who We're Looking For

• An experienced veterinarian ready to lead as Managing Veterinarian or Medical Director
• Or a clinician eager to grow into leadership with mentorship and support
• Current DVM (or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited college
• ECFVG or PAVE certification (if applicable)

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.