Veterinarian

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO and CE allowance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join Pleasanton Veterinary Hospital in Pleasanton, CA. This role offers clinical excellence and leadership development opportunities at your pace, including structured mentorship and training.

The ideal candidate will practice high-quality small animal medicine in a supportive environment and enjoy working alongside an experienced team.

Competitive salary ranges from $150,000 to $210,000, along with relocation assistance and numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in California.
• 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.
• Maintain flexibility and work-life balance.

Skills

High-quality small animal medicine

Teamwork

Leadership interest

Education

DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school

Licensed or eligible for licensure in California

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
• 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
• 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

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

Let’s Talk

Apply today or reach out to learn more about how this role could be shaped around you.

If you’re a current Managing DVM seeking stronger support—or an experienced Associate DVM ready to grow into leadership—we’d love to talk.

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.