Managing Veterinarian / Medical Director (MDVM)
Yokayo Veterinary Center | Ukiah, CA
$150,000–$200,000+ base (DOE)
$50,000+ sign-on & relocation package
AAHA-accredited | Small-animal exclusive | Leadership + clinical role
Yokayo Veterinary Center is seeking a Managing DVM / Medical Director to lead our AAHA-accredited hospital into its next chapter. This is an opportunity for an experienced associate veterinarian ready to step into leadership or a current leader looking for a change. This position would be ideal for someone who wants true influence over medical standards, team development, and the future direction of the practice—while continuing to practice high-quality, hands-on medicine.
If you’re looking for a leadership role where your voice matters, your medicine is respected, and your lifestyle stays intact, this is worth a closer look.
About the offer:
- $150,000–$200,000+ base salary (DOE)
- $50,000+ sign-on & relocation package
- Production bonuses with achievable goals
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Generous CE allowance with support for leadership and clinical growth
- Clinical autonomy with the ability to shape protocols and services
- A leadership seat where you can mentor, influence, and build—not just manage schedules
Your Leadership Impact
As Medical Director, you’ll partner closely with hospital leadership while maintaining an active clinical role. You’ll have the opportunity to:
- Lead medical standards and elevate the quality of care across the hospital
- Mentor and develop associate veterinarians and support staff
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and growth-minded team culture
- Stay on the forefront of veterinary medicine, modeling protocols after UC Davis–inspired best practices
- Contribute ideas to expand services and support special interests
- Strengthen client trust through education and compassionate care
About Yokayo Veterinary Center
We are a 2-doctor, AAHA-accredited, small-animal exclusive practice with deep community roots and a strong commitment to progressive, evidence-based medicine.
Our hospital prioritizes continuous medical advancement, staying current with evolving standards of care and investing in tools, training, and protocols that allow our doctors to practice confidently at a high level.
Equipment & Services Include:
- Digital general radiography with Telemed consultations
- Digital dental radiography (Logiq S7)
- K-Laser therapy
- Endoscopy & cryosurgery
- Advanced dentistry (bonding, endodontics, composite restorations, guided tissue regeneration)
- Support to cultivate and grow your own clinical interests
Life in Ukiah, CA
Ukiah offers the rare balance of professional fulfillment and personal breathing room.
- Wine country living without Bay Area congestion
- Easy access to Mendocino, Fort Bragg, and the Northern California coast
- Redwoods, hiking, cycling, and outdoor adventure at your doorstep
- Small-town charm with modern conveniences (boutiques, Costco, major retailers)
- Just ~2.5 hours north of San Francisco
Ready to Lead with Purpose?
If you’re looking for a Medical Director role where your medicine, leadership style, and lifestyle can align, we’d love to connect.
Apply today to learn more about leading Yokayo Veterinary Center into its next chapter.
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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.
