Veterinarian

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

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.
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, were committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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:

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We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

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We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

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If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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 Colorados 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.