Medical Director

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Plainfield and 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 Plainfield team Lead clinical quality and standards at a full‑service small‑animal hospital offering advanced diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasound, and laser surgery. Continue practicing medicine while shaping the hospital’s medical vision, protocols, and clinical excellence across the team. Mentor and develop Associate DVMs and support staff to elevate patient care and team confidence. Guide clinical workflow and case management within a collaborative, patient‑focused environment serving eastern Connecticut and Rhode Island. Practice with owner‑level impact—set the direction for medical quality with strong operational support in HR, marketing, and administration. Schedule Full‑time or Part‑time available, Relief possible. Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday – Sunday: Closed Cases Small / Companion animal focus Who we look for People obsessed with pets and their care. 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. Total Rewards As 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, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week. This 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) 401(k) 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. Discover additional benefits. Qualifications A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalency program. Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain. 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 or find us on social media. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr