Medical Director

VCA Animal Hospitals•Findlay, OH

About The Position

VCA Findlay Animal Hospital in Findlay, Ohio, is seeking a Medical Director to practice veterinary medicine while guiding the direction and medical quality of the hospital. The role is supported by teams in operations, marketing, human resources, payroll, and other areas. The hospital is a fast-paced, collaborative practice with credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives. Its accredited facility includes seven exam rooms, ultrasound, cold laser therapy, and acupuncture, and maintains AAHA accreditation. The practice emphasizes client education, transparent service recommendations, and excellent patient care. Cases include comprehensive care for dogs and cats, with a diverse range of cases and emergency situations. The position is full-time. Hospital operating hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and credentials. The role includes a Medical Director stipend paid biweekly and an annual Medical Director bonus; sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses may also be available, as may other variable pay programs. VCA describes itself as a veterinary-care network with 1,000 animal hospitals and 35,000 associates, serving more than 4.5 million pets annually. It is part of Mars Veterinary Health and states that it works toward A Better World for Pets.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university, or equivalent.
Licensure in good standing to practice in Ohio, or the ability to obtain it.
Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.

Nice To Haves

Interest in teaching and collaborating as part of a team.
Curiosity and commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.
Empathy and ability to build strong client and associate relationships based on trust.

Responsibilities

Practice veterinary medicine while establishing the hospital’s direction and medical quality.
Provide comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, including care for a diverse range of cases and emergency situations.
Support a high standard of patient care, client education, and transparent service recommendations.
Collaborate with and teach team members, including credentialed technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service representatives.
Develop strong, trust-based relationships with clients and associates.

Benefits

Medical Director stipend, paid biweekly, and annual Medical Director bonus.
Sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses may be available.
May be eligible for other variable pay programs.
Associate health and well-being resources, including Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and additional mental health resources.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Infertility benefits and gender affirmation services.
Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick leave.
Continuing Education allowance and paid Continuing Education Days.
WOOF University continuing education for doctors and the care team.
Opportunities to participate in a Clinical Studies program.
Generous employee pet discounts.
Competitive compensation.