Medical Director

Managing Veterinarian | Murrieta Oaks Veterinary Hospital | Murrieta, CA

Murrieta Oaks Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced, people-focused Managing Veterinarian to lead our vibrant and growing team in Murrieta, California. If you’re a DVM ready to step into a leadership role within a well-respected practice, and help build a culture where doctors and staff thrive, this may be the right opportunity for you!

Since 2012, we’ve provided top-tier, full-service veterinary care to pets and their families across Riverside County, Orange County, and North San Diego County. Our reputation for exceptional client service and comprehensive medical care has made us a local favorite, and our full schedule reflects it. You’ll be stepping in to lead a hospital with strong momentum and room to grow.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as the clinical and operational leader of the hospital, partnering with the hospital management team to drive medical quality, client experience, and team engagement

Set and uphold high standards of medicine, protocols, and patient care

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of doctors, technicians, and support staff

Support recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, and retention efforts alongside NVA resources

Guide the growth of services, including the planned addition of endoscopy

Foster a positive, collaborative culture rooted in accountability and respect

Continue to practice medicine and surgery, with protected time for leadership responsibilities (confirm the clinical/admin split)

What Makes Murrieta Oaks Different:

Fast-paced, high-energy team that truly loves our clients and their pets

Strong tech-to-doctor ratio, so you and your team are well supported

Outstanding local reputation with stellar online reviews

High focus on wellness and preventative care

A modern, well-equipped facility with real room to grow, and a leader who can help shape that growth

What We Offer:

Base salary of $160,000 – $200,000 (depending on experience)

$50,000 sign on bonus (depending on experience)

Production-based bonuses

4-day workweeks for true work-life balance

PTO

Full medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with match

CE stipend + paid CE time off

Leadership development and support through NVA’s resources and network

Positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture

Why Murrieta?

Located just minutes from Temecula Valley Wine Country, Murrieta is a vibrant, family-friendly community offering the perfect blend of outdoor adventure and suburban comfort. You’ll enjoy:

Easy access to San Diego, Los Angeles, and Orange County

Dozens of local wineries, spas, and scenic hiking trails

A short drive to beaches, Big Bear ski resorts, and lake destinations

Top-rated schools and a relaxed, affordable lifestyle

Whether you’re sipping wine at a local vineyard or catching the ocean breeze in nearby Oceanside, Murrieta lets you enjoy the best of Southern California living.

Qualifications:

DVM or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited college, or successful completion of ECFVG or PAVE certification programs

Active California veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain one)

Prior leadership or management experience preferred; we’re also open to strong associates ready to take the next step

Excellent communication and team-building skills

A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to leading people and managing change

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.