Medical Director

Managing Veterinarian Opportunity at Vacaville Animal Care CenterAdvance 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 CenterEstablished, community-trusted hospital with a loyal client baseCollaborative team of 3 experienced veterinariansMonday–Friday schedule with no weekendsExcellent 2:1 technician-to-doctor ratioSupportive, family-like culture with outstanding work-life balanceHighly tenured team that values mentorship and collaborationPractice Exceptional MedicineYou'll have the resources to provide outstanding care, including:Brand-new ultrasound, digital radiography, and digital dental radiography5 fully equipped exam roomsModern equipment and strong operational supportClinical autonomy backed by a nationally recognized veterinary organizationWhether your passion is surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, or preventive care, you'll have the flexibility to continue growing your clinical interests.Lead and InspireAs Managing Veterinarian, you will:Provide medical leadership and clinical directionMentor associate veterinariansPartner with hospital and regional leadership to drive successHelp shape medical protocols and team developmentMaintain an active clinical caseloadLeadership 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 & BenefitsBase salary: $160,000–$185,000 (DOE)22–23% production plus leadership incentives$30,000 Sign-on bonus and relocation assistanceMedical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer matchGenerous PTO, CE allowance, and paid CE daysPaid licensure, professional dues, and VIN membershipEmployee pet care discountsFour-week paid sabbatical retention bonusEquity opportunity with cash buy-in for up to 10% hospital ownershipWhy 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 ForAn experienced veterinarian ready to lead as Managing Veterinarian or Medical DirectorOr a clinician eager to grow into leadership with mentorship and supportCurrent DVM (or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited collegeECFVG or PAVE certification (if applicable)