Medical Director

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Ray Brook (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Job summary

VCA High Peaks in Ray Brook, NY is seeking a Medical Director to lead world-class veterinary medicine with a dedicated team and state-of-the-art facilities. You will guide medical decision-making, mentor clinicians, and ensure compassionate care across cases from small to large animals in a collaborative, high‑quality setting.

The position is full-time with negotiable compensation and a full benefits package, including health/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in NY (or ability to obtain).
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Education

DVM

Licensure in NY

Job description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA High Peaks 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 High Peaks team

Ray Brook is the perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts - located between Lake Placid and Saranac Lake, it has perfect access to waterways and hiking opportunities!

Schedule

Full-Time

Hours of Operation: MTWF: 8am to 6pm Th 10am to 8pm Sat - Sun: Closed

Cases

Small / Companion animal focus

Who we look for

• People who love to care for and support our local pets.
• 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. $160K - $180K Salary Range. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week. This job is eligible for a signing bonus! 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

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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in (NY), 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.

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!

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.