Medical Director, DVM

Pay It Forward II, PC; United States; On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing program

401(k) retirement plan with company"s

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Medical Director to lead medical quality and direction while collaborating with Operations, Marketing, HR, and payroll teams.

You will practice medicine with a team of credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives, focusing on top-tier patient care and client education.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure to practice in Iowa in good standing.
• Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the medical direction and quality of care at the hospital.
• Support Operations, Marketing, HR, Payroll, and related teams.
• Provide world-class medicine for a small animal practice with cats and dogs.
• Promote client education and transparent service recommendations.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Client education

Education

DVM degree

IA licensure in good standing

Job description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Edgewood Animal Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA. 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. Questions? Please reach out to Laurel Norman at [e-mail]

Why Lead the Team?

As a Medical Director, practice medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital. Support provided in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more. Fast-paced, collaborative practice with credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives. AAHA-accredited small animal hospital that proudly serves the Cedar Rapids community. We are committed to providing high-quality medicine and compassionate care in a team-focused environment. Our hospital sees cats and dogs, offering a wide range of services including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and more. Strong commitment to client education and transparent service recommendations. Exceptional patient care is our top priority.

Schedule

Full-time or part-time schedules available. Our FT doctors typically work 4 days per week with rotating Saturdays. Closed on Sundays. Hours of Operation: M-F from 8 am to 6 pm. Saturday hours: 8 am to 2 pm. Cases: Advanced care, canine and feline diabetes, preventive care. Primary care, sick visits, surgery, etc.

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 is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials.
• Medical Director stipend (paid biweekly) and Medical Director annual bonus.
• Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available.
• 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.
• Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com).

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!

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in IA or the ability to obtain it.
• 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: [Link to hospital website]

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.

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).

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