Director of Emergency and Critical Care

VCA Animal Hospital • Fishers, IN

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About The Position

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. 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. 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 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Strong work ethic.
• Integrity and a consistent positive attitude.
• Experience in emergency and critical care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the services of an established emergency and critical care team.
• Continue practicing medicine as an Emergency DVM.
• Establish the medical quality and patient care practiced by all emergency doctors and hospitalists.
• Serve as a mentor and role model for associate veterinarians and staff.
• Be part of the hospital management team responsible for overall service and financial performance.

Benefits

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match.
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services.
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave.
• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree