Medical Director

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Continuing Education

Job summary

VCA Thornton Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to guide medical quality while continuing to practice medicine. You’ll be supported by world-class technology, a skilled team, and the resources of a national network.

This full-time role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with a focus on maintaining high standards of care and continuous learning within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Colorado licensure in good standing to practice veterinary medicine.
• Commitment to highest standard of medicine and ethics.
• Strong collaboration and teaching abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical direction and ensure high-quality patient care across the hospital.

Skills

Colorado licensure

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Job description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Thornton 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.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like a practice owner. Plus, you'll have the solid backing of experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more, to help you succeed.

Why join the team

• A full-service hospital that is proud to serve the pets of Northglenn, Thornton, Denver, Commerce City, Henderson, Brighton, Federal Heights, Broomfield, Westminster, Arvada and surrounding areas
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiology, emergency care, soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, and more.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible.
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Full-time schedule
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 5:00pm & Saturday from 8:00am - 4:00pm
• This position will include (4) 10-hour shifts

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs
• Mixture of wellness, sick, and emergency patients.

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

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• Compensation negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
• Annual salary starting at $130,000 - $155,000 plus stipends, production, and bonus potential.
• 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)
• 401(k) 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

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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 Colorado, 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.

Learn more about the hospital here:

VCA Thornton Animal Hospital (https://vcahospitals.com/thornton)

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