Director of Emergency and Critical Care

VCA Animal Hospitals

$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
  • Licensure to practice in Indiana or ability to obtain it.
  • Strong commitment to high medical standards and veterinary ethics.
  • Experience in emergency or critical care is a plus.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentorship capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the emergency and critical care team at VCA.
  • Establish and maintain medical quality and patient care standards.
  • Serve as a mentor and role model for veterinarians and staff.
  • Collaborate with specialists across multiple fields for holistic care.
  • Contribute to the management team overseeing hospital service and performance.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including dental and vision.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Innovative wellness programs and mental health resources.
  • Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick days.
  • Continuing education allowances and opportunities for professional growth.
Full Job Description
Join us as a Director of Emergency and Critical Care (DECC) at VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center 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
  • Join our fast paced, 24-hour emergency department in beautiful Fishers
  • Join our current team of 11 full-time emergency doctors and hospitalists
  • This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the services of an established emergency and critical care team, while being allowed to continue practicing medicine as an Emergency DVM.
  • You would report through our Medical Director and be supported by specialists in Internal Medicine, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Nutrition, Ophthalmology, Surgery (orthopedic & soft tissue), and Physical Rehabilitation.
  • The DECC under the direction and collaboration with the hospital leadership team, is responsible for establishing the medical quality and patient care practiced by all emergency doctors and hospitalists working at VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center.
  • You would achieve this through strong leadership and serving as a mentor and role model for the associate veterinarians and staff.
  • The candidate should demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity, and a consistent positive attitude.
  • The DECC is also an integral part of the hospital management team responsible for the overall service provided to our clientele and the financial performance of the emergency department.
  • Our 30,000 sq. ft. facility is fully equipped with a 1.5 Tesla MRI, 64-Slice CT, linear accelerator, fluoroscopy, two digital radiology rooms, two GE ultrasound units, full endoscopy equipment, and a neurological electro diagnostic machine-along with a full rehabilitation service with two underwater treadmills. The hospital has 16 exam rooms and dedicated treatment areas for each department.


The region has several blue-ribbon schools, plus a thriving performing arts area. For your recreational needs there is the Monon Trail, which runs for 15 miles from Hamilton County into Indianapolis. The Colts are still the heart of the city along with our other professional sports teams: Pacers and Fever for basketball, Indy Fuel for hockey, Indy 11 for soccer, and Indianapolis Indians for baseball. Both Fishers and Carmel in Hamilton County are ranked among the Best Places To Live by CNN Money Magazine and Forbes Magazine.

Schedule
  • Full-Time


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
  • Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week.
  • This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.


Health & Well-being
  • Innovative Associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault 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


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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 Indiana, or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics


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).

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