Medical Director

VCA Animal Hospitals

$160K — $180K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in New York or ability to obtain
  • Commitment to the highest standard of veterinary medicine and ethics

Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional veterinary care focused on small and companion animals
  • Lead a collaborative team dedicated to continuous learning and support
  • Engage with clients to build strong, trust-based relationships
  • Participate in teaching and mentoring junior staff
  • Contribute to clinical studies and ongoing professional development

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Access to mental health resources and wellness programs
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Continuing education allowance and paid CE days
  • Employee pet discounts
  • Opportunities for professional development through WOOF University
Full Job Description
Join us as a Medical Director at VCA High Peaks 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 High Peaks team
  • Ray Brook is the perfect location for outdoor enthusiasts - located between Lake Placid and Saranac Lake, it has perfect access to waterways and hiking opportunities!


Schedule
  • Full-Time
  • Hours of Operation:
    • MTWF: 8am to 6pm
    • Th 10am to 8pm
      Sat - Sun: Closed


Cases
  • Small / Companion animal focus


Who we look for
  • People who love to care for and support our local pets.
  • 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. $160K - $180K Salary Range. 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, 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) (open link in new window)

Qualifications
  • A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing to practice in (NY), or the ability to obtain
  • A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics


Hospital Website

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

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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