Medical Director
About the role
A Medical Director at VCA is a job that gives you autonomy, ownership, and career growth. It allows you to share in the success of the hospital. This is an outstanding opportunity to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like an owner would, but without the financial risks.
Responsibilities
- Empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on
- Share in the success of the hospital
- Establish the direction and medical quality of the hospital
- Collaborate with experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more to help you succeed
- Practice comprehensive care for cats and dogs
- Manage a Full-Time schedule of 6 days a week, Monday - Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 2:00pm
- Work with a team of three seasoned veterinarians, each with 20+ years of experience
- Utilize the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiology, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, surgical laser, and soft tissue surgery
- Offer fear-free techniques and a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach
- Enjoy the Liveable Forest community with over 75 miles of greenbelt trails, scenic parks, and access to Lake Houston
Requirements
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas state, or the ability to obtain
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
- Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas state, or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Skills
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
Benefits
- Total Rewards: Compensation, sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses, health & well-being, 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
Pay
Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials
Schedule
Full-Time schedule: 6 days a week, Monday - Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 2:00pm
No on-call time
Emergency, Urgent Care, and Specialty/Referral Hospitals are nearby