Medical Director

Marsveterinary; Closter (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Continuing Education Allowance

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Closter Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to lead veterinary services in an affluent neighborhood close to NYC. You will be supported by a talented team and state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class veterinary care.

The position offers a salary range of $150,000 to $175,000, negotiated based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.

The ideal candidate will hold a DVM degree and possess NJ licensure, committed to high standards of veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in NJ, or the ability to obtain.
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

Responsibilities

• Supportive environment for veterinary medicine.
• Collaborate with staff for excellent patient care.
• Provide mentorship for students and new graduates.

Skills

Commitment to high standard of medicine

Team collaboration

Empathy

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensure in NJ or ability to obtain

Job description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Closter Animal Hospital 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.

We will invest in you from day one by providing a generous cash bonus package!

Why join the Closter team

• One F/T doctor, one P/T relief, 2 VA’s per doctor, additional VA’s as floats
• Affluent neighborhood in close proximity to NYC, long presence (over 90 years) in the community, long‑time staff members (at least 6+ years)
• Hands‑free X‑Rays
• Fear‑free certified staff
• AAHA accredited consistently for many years
• Mobile Ultrasound available as well as AFAST/TFAST Ultrasound
• Mobile orthopedic surgeon available
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• FT, PT, Rotating weekends and evenings, flexible to specific needs
• Open 7 days a week
• (Mon/Wed/Fri 8am to 5pm, Tue/Thu 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-12pm, Sun 9am-1pm)

Cases

• Patient mix (Cats and Dogs)

Who we look for

• People obsessedwith pets and their care
• Dedicatedexperts 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 developstrong 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

The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 to $175,000.

Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. * *

*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 companymatch
• 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

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in NJ, 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 www.vca.com or find us on social media.

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