Description
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.
