Medical Director

Marsveterinary; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation and sick days

Dental and vision insurance

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Thornton Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director in Colorado to lead clinical quality and hospital direction for a busy, full-service practice. You will partner with Operations, Marketing and HR to drive excellence while shaping medical policies and patient care.

The role emphasizes collaboration, teaching, and growth within a supportive team, with competitive compensation and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Colorado licensure in good standing or ability to obtain.
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical quality and hospital direction.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, HR, Payroll, and other teams to support success.
• Mentor and develop medical staff to maintain world‑class care.

Education

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 and 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

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 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

Discover Additional Benefits: https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits

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 about the hospital here: VCA Thornton Animal Hospital (https://vcahospitals.com/thornton)

To be considered for this position, please apply by: September 30, 2026

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