Medical Director

Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus - Management Bonus Opportunity Are you a veterinarian who enjoys mentoring others, leading with purpose, and helping a team grow? Animal Medical Center of Deer Valley is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to lead our practice in Phoenix, Arizona. This is an opportunity to step into an established leadership role at a respected hospital with a loyal client base, experienced support team, and a strong foundation for future growth. We're looking for a doctor who is passionate about high-quality medicine, team development, and creating a positive culture where both people and patients thrive. Why AMC Deer Valley? Founded in 2001, AMC Deer Valley has built a reputation for compassionate care, strong client relationships, and a collaborative team environment. We believe great hospitals are built on communication, consistency, and mutual respect, and we're looking for a leader who shares those values. Hospital Highlights

• Loyal and established client base
• Surgical suite and dedicated dental treatment area
• Digital radiography, including dental radiography
• Ultrasound
• IDEXX in-house diagnostics (ProCyte, Catalyst, SNAP Readers, Sedivue)
• Collaborative team culture focused on quality medicine and patient care

The Opportunity As Managing Veterinarian, you'll balance clinical practice with leadership and mentorship, helping guide the medical direction of the hospital while supporting the growth and success of your team. Lead the Medical Team

• Maintain and elevate standards of care
• Support case collaboration and medical decision-making
• Promote consistency in diagnostics, treatment plans, and client communication
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence

Mentor & Develop Others

• Coach and support associate veterinarians
• Help create a positive, engaged, and accountable team culture
• Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and professional development efforts
• Serve as a trusted resource for doctors and support staff alike

Help Shape the Future

• Partner with hospital leadership on practice goals and growth initiatives
• Support efficient workflows and operational improvements
• Play a key role during an exciting leadership transition
• Influence the future direction of a well-established hospital

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $160,000-$180,000 , depending on experience
• Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
• Quarterly production bonus opportunities
• Additional management bonus incentives
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• CE allowance, paid licensure, and professional dues
• Generous personal pet care discounts

Who We're Looking For

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school
• Arizona veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• 5+ years of clinical experience
• Previous leadership experience preferred
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for mentorship, collaboration, and team development
• Commitment to practicing high-quality, ethical veterinary medicine

More Than a Leadership Title This role is ideal for a veterinarian who wants to make a lasting impact, not just on patients, but on the people they work alongside every day. If you're looking for an opportunity to lead a respected hospital, mentor the next generation of veterinarians, and help shape the future of a collaborative team, we'd love to connect with you. 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. National Veterinary Associates Careers