Medical Director
About The Position
Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Plainfield 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 Plainfield team Lead clinical quality and standards at a full-service small-animal hospital offering advanced diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasound, and laser surgery. Continue practicing medicine while shaping the hospital’s medical vision, protocols, and clinical excellence across the team. Mentor and develop Associate DVMs and support staff to elevate patient care and team confidence. Guide clinical workflow and case management within a collaborative, patient-focused environment serving eastern Connecticut and Rhode Island. Practice with owner-level impact—set the direction for medical quality with strong operational support in HR, marketing, and administration. Schedule Full-Time or Part-time available, Relief possible Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday – Sunday: Closed Cases Small / Companion animal focus 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
Requirements
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalency program
- Licensure in good standing to practice in (state), or the ability to obtain
- A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Responsibilities
- Lead clinical quality and standards at a full-service small-animal hospital offering advanced diagnostics, digital radiology, ultrasound, and laser surgery.
- Continue practicing medicine while shaping the hospital’s medical vision, protocols, and clinical excellence across the team.
- Mentor and develop Associate DVMs and support staff to elevate patient care and team confidence.
- Guide clinical workflow and case management within a collaborative, patient-focused environment serving eastern Connecticut and Rhode Island.
- Practice with owner-level impact—set the direction for medical quality with strong operational support in HR, marketing, and administration.
Benefits
- 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
- 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
- Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (open link in new window)
- 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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
