Medical Director

Job Description

Medical Director – Vacaville Animal Care Center

Location : Vacaville, CA

Compensation : Base salary up to $150,00-$180,000 with production bonuses | Generous sign- on / retention / relocation bonuses | Negotiable based on experience

Lead with heart. Practice with purpose. Live where you love. Vacaville Animal Care Center is excited to welcome a Medical Director to lead our talented team in our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. With more than 60 years of service in the community and a recently expanded hospital, we’re ready for our next phase of growth—and we’re looking for a leader to help shape that future.

We’re a 2-doctor (looking to add our 3rd!), full-service practice serving primarily companion animals with a collaborative team culture that values laughter, balance, and top-tier medicine. You’ll find the support and autonomy you need to lead, innovate, and practice high-quality care—without sacrificing your own quality of life.

The Medical Director Opportunity

As our Medical Director, you will :

• Serve as the clinical leader of the hospital, driving medical quality and patient care standards.
• Provide mentorship and oversight for associate veterinarians.
• Partner with the Hospital Manager to manage hospital operations, including budgeting, staffing, and workflow optimization.
• Promote a collaborative, supportive, and positive team environment.
• Help identify and implement new service offerings aligned with your areas of interest.
• This is a unique opportunity to join a thriving team, step into a leadership role with significant influence, and still enjoy a flexible schedule and work-life balance.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Your Ideal Background

What We Offer

About Vacaville, CA

Halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento, Vacaville offers small-town charm with big-city access. Whether it’s hiking at Lake Berryessa, exploring Napa Valley’s vineyards, or shopping and dining locally, there’s something for everyone. The area boasts low crime, affordable living, and great schools—perfect for families and professionals alike.

Ready to lead with purpose and practice medicine your way?

Join us at Vacaville Animal Care Center and be part of a team—and a community—that truly values you.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

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.

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.