VCA Antech

Specialty Medical Director

VCA Antech$120K — $150K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM degree from an accredited university or equivalent
  • Licensure in good standing or ability to obtain in state
  • Residency Trained or Board Certified
  • Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine
  • Skill in building strong relationships with clients and team members

Responsibilities

  • Lead the medical direction and quality of the hospital
  • Continue practicing veterinary medicine alongside leadership responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Regional Medical Director and hospital team
  • Foster a culture of learning and professional growth
  • Enhance client relationships through empathetic communication

Benefits

  • Innovative health and well-being resources, including mental health support
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance
  • Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave
  • Continuing Education Allowance and paid days for development
  • Employee pet discounts and other perks
Full Job Description
Introduction

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Specialty Medical Director at VCA Animal Emergency Critical Care and Leesburg Veterinary Internal Medicine (AECC & LVIM) 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 Veterinary Specialist to begin transitioning your career into a leadership position establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital while also continuing to practice veterinary medicine.

You will receive support from the Regional Medical Director and other field team and Support Office associates.

Why join the team
  • AAHA accredited, 24/7 emergency/specialty hospital - 27,000 sq ft
  • Housed in The LifeCentre for Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Care
  • Co-located with several specialty practices owned by other companies with whom we enjoy very cordial, mutually supportive working relationships
  • Specialty services include emergency, critical care, internal medicine, radiology, neurology/neurosurgery, cardiology, dentistry/oral surgery, ophthalmology, general surgery, medical oncology, dermatology, radiation oncology and rehabilitation.
  • In-house lab, Doppler, ultrasound, ventilators, telemetry, spiral CT, MRI, and linear accelerator
  • Close to snow skiing, spectacular beaches, and national parks
  • Washington, D.C. is 45 minutes to the east, Blue Ridge Mountains are 30 minutes to the west, and Dulles International Airport is a 15-minute drive
  • Access to a network of specialists within VCA


Schedule
  • Full Time availability


Who we look for
  • 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
  • Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
  • 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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Learn more about the hospital here!

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


For more information about this position, please contact Rayna Faumuina, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at [email protected] or 760-891-9903.

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).

About VCA Antech

VCA Antech is a leading provider of veterinary services in the United States and Canada. The company operates over 1,000 animal hospitals and diagnostic laboratories, offering a wide range of services including general medical care, surgery, and emergency care. VCA Antech is committed to providing high-quality care to pets and their owners, and has received numerous awards for its service and expertise. The company also operates a network of pet adoption centers, helping to find homes for thousands of animals each year. VCA Antech was founded in 1986 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.
Learn more about VCA Antech
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1986

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