Medical Director

Job ID: R-225674Company: VCA Animal HospitalsLocation: Sacramento, California, United States of AmericaJob Type: Full timeCategory: Veterinary SpecialistPosted Date: 2026-04-09Join us as a Medical Director at VCA La Riviera Animal Hospital. You’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.Why Join the TeamPractice medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital.Support in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and moreWork alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionalsSupportive and collaborative work environmentHands-Free Radiology - safest techniques for our patients and staff.We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possibleOur hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography to ultrasound.ScheduleCurrent hospital hours: Monday – Friday from 8:00 am to 6:00 pmFull-time positionRotating weekends when neededCasesOur practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.Routine wellness to involved medical cases and surgery.Who do we look forPeople Dedicated to pets and their careEngaged experts who want to provide world-class medicineCollaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a teamCurious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling careerEmpathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trustTotal RewardsAs a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: Compensation Salary is negotiable based on experience. The annual salary range for this position is $66,560 - $180K.Medical Director stipend and Medical Director annual bonusSign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses availableThis position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Health & Well-being Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources) 401k retirement savings plan with company match Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services Paid parental, vacation and sick leave Professional Development Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care teamOpportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)QualificationsA Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalentLicensure in good standing to practice in California, or the ability to obtainA commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethicsAbout VCA VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets. Learn more at or find us on social media.Learn more about the hospital here: Hospital Website If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.comSkillsveterinary medicineanimal surgerydigital radiographyultrasoundfear-free techniquesmedical quality assuranceclient relationship managementveterinary code of ethicscontinuing educationclinical studies participation