Medical Director

Pet Services of Minnesota, P.C.; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

VCA Cedar Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical standards and mentor our team of doctors. You’ll partner with hospital leadership and stay engaged in high-quality veterinary care.

The role offers a signing bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing teaching, collaboration, and ongoing professional development within a world-class facility.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure in good standing in Minnesota, or eligibility to obtain.
• Proven leadership capability or interest in veterinary medical leadership.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead medical standards for the hospital and mentor doctors.
• Partner with hospital leadership to drive clinical excellence.
• Collaborate with Associates to teach, coach, and develop the medical team.
• Practice high-quality medicine while fostering a collaborative, teaching-focused culture.

Skills

Leadership

Ethical commitment

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Minnesota state licensure (or eligible)

Job description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Cedar Animal Hospital and you’ll quickly discover that you’re supported by world-class medicine, advanced technology, modern facilities, and a talented, collaborative team. In this leadership role, you’ll have the opportunity to guide medical standards, mentor doctors, and partner with hospital leadership—while still practicing high-quality medicine. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Questions? Please email Laurel Norman at [e-mail]

Signing Bonus

A signing bonus is available for this position.

Why Join the Team

Fully equipped facility including electrocautery, ultrasound, digital dental radiography, brand-new anesthesia machines and monitoring equipment, EMR, and access to veterinary specialists. AAHA accredited. We follow fear-free practices and Hands-Free radiology. Welcoming, collaborative culture with a strong focus on teaching and mentorship.

Schedule

Flexible full-time schedule; rotating shifts preferred. Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cedar Animal Hospital plans to open on Saturdays, so the ability to work Saturdays is preferred.

Cases

Canine and feline only. If a DVM is interested in seeing exotics, this service can be added.

Who We’re Looking For

• A compassionate leader obsessed with pets and their care
• A Medical Director committed to world-class medicine and medical excellence
• A collaborative mentor who enjoys teaching, coaching, and developing Associate Veterinarians
• A curious, lifelong learner who wants to grow, innovate, and lead a dynamic medical team
• An empathetic partner who builds strong relationships with clients, Associates, and hospital leadership

Total Rewards

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

• Compensation Salary range: $130,000 - $165,000, negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials
• Salary range based on a 40-hour work week; compensation outside of the listed range may be discussed
• Medical Director compensation also includes an additional stipend, production, and a yearly bonus. Eligible for additional variable pay programs, including production earnings
• Health & Well-Being Innovative Associate health and well-being support (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tools, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Infertility benefits and gender-affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
• Professional Development Continuing Education allowance and paid CE days
• WOOF University, offering abundant CE opportunities for doctors and care teams
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
• Learn more about additional benefits: Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com)

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing in Minnesota, or the ability to obtain
• Demonstrated leadership capability or interest in medical leadership
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care, committed to the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of more than 1,000 animal hospitals, we care for over 4.5 million pets annually, delivering world-class medicine with hometown care. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate to push our profession forward and build fulfilling careers with lasting impact. VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working toward A Better World for Pets. Learn more about the hospital: https://vcahospitals.com/cedar

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.

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.