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 DavisAt 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 opportunitiesand 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
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
Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
Generous PTO, CE allowance, and paid CE days
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)
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose
Give pets and the people who love them more quality years togetherMission
Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.Values
Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's NextOne NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
| Location | Vacaville, CA |
| Salary | $160,000–$185,000 Per Year |
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