Medical Director

VCA Animal Hospitals•Las Vegas, NV

About The Position

VCA Spring Mountain Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to practice medicine while establishing the hospital’s direction and medical quality. The role is supported by teams in operations, marketing, human resources, payroll, and other areas, and works alongside skilled veterinary professionals in a collaborative environment. The hospital provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, from routine wellness visits to complex medical cases and surgery. Its facilities include veterinary technology such as digital radiography and ultrasound. The hospital uses hands-free radiology techniques and is committed to fear-free techniques when possible. This is a full-time position. Current hospital hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; rotating weekends may be needed. Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials. A Medical Director stipend and annual bonuses are available, as are sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses. The position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Eligible full-time employees may receive health and well-being resources, retirement savings benefits, insurance, paid leave, continuing education support, and other benefits. VCA is part of Mars Veterinary Health and describes its work as contributing to “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 Nevada, or the ability to obtain it.
Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics.
Passion for pets and their well-being.
Dedication to providing world-class medicine.
Ability to collaborate, teach others, and work as part of a team.
Empathy and ability to develop trusting relationships with clients and associates.
Curiosity and interest in continued learning and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Practice veterinary medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital.
Provide comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including routine wellness, medical cases, and surgery.
Collaborate with veterinary professionals and support a team-oriented work environment.
Teach and work with colleagues as part of a collaborative team.
Uphold the veterinary code of ethics and the highest standard of medicine.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick leave.
Continuing education allowance and paid continuing education days.
Access to WOOF University continuing education.
Medical Director stipend and annual bonuses available.
Sign-on, relocation, and longevity bonuses available.
Associate health and well-being resources, including Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and additional mental health resources.
Infertility benefits and gender affirmation services.
Generous employee pet discounts.
Opportunities to participate in a Clinical Studies program.