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Job description
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: $140,000-$160,000 , 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 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.
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
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• 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 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.
Worksite address
glendale, AZ, 85301, US
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