Medical Director

VCA Animal Hospitals; South Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k retirement savings plan with company match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental, vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

WOOF University for continuing education

Job summary

VCA Animal Hospitals is seeking a Medical Director for VCA Valley Animal Hospital in South Windsor, CT. Join a supportive team dedicated to providing world-class veterinary care to pets. The position involves overseeing a team of doctors and ensuring the highest standards of medical practice. Candidates must hold a DVM degree and CT licensure or be able to obtain it. The role offers competitive pay, health benefits, professional development, and a commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in CT, or the ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support a team with world-class medicine, technology, and facilities.
• Lead a dedicated staff in providing care for pets.
• Perform surgery/dental procedures, including spays and neuters.

Skills

People obsessed with pets and their care

Dedicated experts providing world-class medicine

Collaborators who enjoy teaching others

Curious lifelong learners

Empathetic partners developing strong relationships

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree

Job description

Overview

Join us as Medical Director at VCA Valley 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.

Why join the team

• 5 doctors (2 care team per doctor)
• Hands‑free radiology
• Dental suite, surgery suite
• AAHA accredited
• Team of dedicated staff

Schedule

• Full‑Time, mix of opening and closing shifts, rotating Saturday Schedule
• Hospital is open Monday – Thursday 8 am – 8 pm, Friday 8 am – 7 pm, Saturday 8:30 am – 3 pm

Cases

• General practice seeing cats and dogs
• Monday – Friday surgery/dental procedures (spay, neuter, dental, mass removals)

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

Compensation

• Salary negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
• Position may also be eligible for 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

Qualifications

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.