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Medical Director

National Veterinary Associates

Vero Beach, FL · Posted January 28, 2026

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About the job

Lead. Thrive. Live Coastal.

Vero Beach Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinarian Medical Director to lead our AAHA-accredited team

Incentive Package

Up to $200,000 Base Salary

21% – 23% Production

$50K – $75K Sign-On Bonus

$5K Annual CE Allowance

Path to Growth: Medical Director or equity/joint venture opportunity

DEA, AVMA, VIN, state license, and PLIT fees — fully paid

This is a package built for a leader who wants to be rewarded like one.

Why You'll Love It Here

This is your opportunity to guide hospital growth, mentor fellow veterinarians, and explore joint venture partnership opportunities; all in a collaborative, supportive environment, with Florida's coastal lifestyle right outside your door.

Diverse & Advanced Caseload

Dogs, cats, and pocket pets

Opportunities for exotics and avian patients

Ultrasound, cold laser therapy, digital radiography, dental imaging

Advanced diagnostic capabilities

Holistic & Integrative Medicine

Acupuncture (optional electrical stimulation)

Chinese & natural ingredient medicines

Laser therapy

Balanced Schedule

4+ days per week

No on-call or after-hours

Designed for sustainable leadership and work-life balance

Professional Growth

Expert-led, hands-on training at the PetOne Veterinary Training Center and CE sponsorship

One fully covered PetOne course in your first year

The Opportunity

Provide medical leadership and ensure the highest quality of care

Mentor and manage associate veterinarians

Ensure regulatory compliance and uphold veterinary ethics

Partner with the Hospital Manager to oversee financial performance

Prepare operating and capital budgets

Guide staff and overall hospital operations

Collaborate with divisional leadership under National Veterinary Associates (NVA)

Qualifications

3+ years of experience as a DVM

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited university

Active Florida veterinary license in good standing

Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine

Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills

Full Benefits Package

Up to 4 weeks PTO

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA & FSA options

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Wellness benefits (free counseling & discounted fitness memberships)

Much much more!

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're a motivated veterinarian ready to step into a leadership role with a strong incentive package and a thriving coastal lifestyle we'd love to connect.

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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 hiringhub@nva.com. 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.