Medical Director

$175k–$250k+ DOE | Management Bonuses | Sign-On Bonus

Park Centre Animal Hospital is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to guide our progressive, full-service small animal hospital in the Bay Area. Whether you’re an experienced Medical Director or an Associate DVM ready to step into leadership, this is your chance to lead an incredible team with the support, stability, and resources of a larger veterinary network.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Competitive base salary: $175,000–$250,000+ (DOE)
• Production-based bonuses + management bonuses
• Sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive benefits: 401(k) with match, CE allowance, AVMA dues, paid holidays, vacation
• Advanced equipment and specialist access
• Opportunity to add exotics if desired

About Us

Park Centre Animal Hospital is a full-service, community-focused practice providing affordable, high-quality care for small animals—and the right leader will help us grow even more.

We offer:

• Digital radiology
• Ultrasound
• Full in-house lab
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Access to boarded orthopedic surgeons & radiologists
• Well-stocked on-site pharmacy

Your Leadership Mission

• Provide medical leadership and oversee patient care
• Mentor associate veterinarians and support staff
• Establish medical protocols and ensure quality standards
• Manage hospital performance and financial growth
• Cultivate a positive, collaborative team culture
• Engage with the community and grow the client base

What We’re Looking For

• DVM/VMD degree with valid California license
• Strong communicator and approachable leader
• Skilled in decision‑making, delegation, and motivation
• Committed to practicing the highest standard of medicine
• Open‑minded, team‑oriented, and adaptable

Why the Bay Area?

From vibrant city life to scenic coastlines, the Bay Area offers endless opportunities for adventure - plus a rich food culture, diverse communities, and mild weather year‑round.

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 together

Mission: 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 Next

One 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:

• We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting‑related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
• 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 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.