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Specialty Medical Director - Criticalist, Internist, - Open to All Specialties

$250k - $350k

VCA Animal Hospitals

Specialty Medical Director

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Specialty Medical Director at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency 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.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated Veterinary Specialist to begin transitioning your career into a leadership position establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital while also continuing to practice veterinary medicine.

You will receive support from the Regional Medical Director and other field team and Support Office associates.

Why join the team

  • Beautiful new state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency/specialty hospital 26,000 sq. ft
  • Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, and ophthalmology
  • Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology
  • VTS in Diagnostic Imaging
  • 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units
  • GE C-Arm Fluoroscopy, Laparoscopy equipment, Shockwave, PRP
  • Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, Linear Accelerator, BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential Testing)
  • 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments
  • Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard perfect days and nights
  • Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life
  • Access to a network of specialists within VCA

Schedule

  • Full Time availability - ~ 50% clinical/50% administrative

Who we look for

  • A people leader and driver of hospital vision
  • Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine
  • Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
  • Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
  • Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Lead a Team

  • As a Medical Director, you'll serve as a mentor and coach, nurturing talent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
  • Your leadership will be instrumental in developing a culture to deliver on our promise of exceptional service consistently
  • Collaborating closely with regional leadership, you'll play a key role in recruiting, training, and developing our veterinary professionals
  • Your strategic insights will inform annual planning, budgeting, and goal-setting, aligning our efforts with broader company objectives

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

  • Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $250-$350k.
  • This position may also be eligible for an MD stipend and MD bonus in addition to other variable pay programs
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs

Health & Well-being

  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity 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 team
  • Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Qualifications

  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
  • Residency Trained or Diplomate Board Certification
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About 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

VCA Animal Hospitals
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