Medical Director

Questions?

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Signing Bonus

A signing bonus is available for this position.

Why Join the Team

• Fully equipped facility including electrocautery, ultrasound, digital dental radiography, brand-new anesthesia machines and monitoring equipment, EMR , and access to veterinary specialists
• AAHA accredited
• We follow fear-free practices and Hands-Free radiology
• Welcoming, collaborative culture with a strong focus on teaching and mentorship
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Flexible full-time schedule; rotating shifts preferred
• Hours of operation: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Cedar Animal Hospital plans to open on Saturdays , so the ability to work Saturdays is preferred

Cases

• Canine and feline only
• If a DVM is interested in seeing exotics , this service can be added

Who We’re Looking For

• A compassionate leader obsessed with pets and their care
• A Medical Director committed to world-class medicine and medical excellence
• A collaborative mentor who enjoys teaching, coaching, and developing Associate Veterinarians
• A curious, lifelong learner who wants to grow, innovate, and lead a dynamic medical team
• An empathetic partner who builds strong relationships with clients, Associates, and hospital leadership

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees are rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Compensation

• Salary range: $130,000 – $165,000 , negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials
• Salary range based on a 40‑hour work week ; compensation outside of the listed range may be discussed
• Medical Director compensation also includes an additional stipend, production, and a yearly bonus.
• Eligible for additional variable pay programs , including production earnings

Health & Well-Being

• Innovative Associate health and well‑being support (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tools, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Infertility benefits and gender‑affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• WOOF University , offering abundant CE opportunities for doctors and care teams
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Learn more about additional benefits: Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine ( DVM ) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing in Minnesota , or the ability to obtain
• Demonstrated leadership capability or interest in medical leadership
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care, committed to the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of more 1,000 animal hospitals , we care for over 4.5 million pets annually , delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate to push our profession forward and build fulfilling careers with lasting impact.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working toward A Better World for Pets™ .

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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.

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.com

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