Medical Director

Medical Director at VCA Del Lago Animal Hospital

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Del Lago 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 Team

• Practice medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital.
• Our hospital is AAHA-accredited.
• Support in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more.
• Work alongside a dynamic group of skilled professionals.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Hands-Free Radiology - safest techniques for our patients and staff.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible.
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiography to ultrasound.

Schedule

• Current hospital hours: Monday Friday from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.
• Full-time position.
• Rotating weekends when needed.

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs and cats.
• Routine wellness cases to involved medical cases and surgery.

Who Do 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

• Compensation: Salary is based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. Medical Director stipend. Multiple bonuses available. This position is also eligible for other variable pay programs like production, and our annual bonus program.
• 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 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 Arizona, 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