Specialty Medical Director - Criticalist, Internist, Surgeon - Open to All Specialties

VCA Animal Hospitals•Fountain Valley, CA

5d•$300 - $400

About The Position

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Specialty Medical Director at VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital 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 Beautiful new state-of-the-art 24-hour emergency/specialty hospital – 26,000 sq. ft Specialty services include internal medicine, surgery, neurology, emergency and critical care, diagnostic imaging, medical, surgical and radiation oncology, cardiology, and ophthalmology Residency program in internal medicine and a specialty internship in surgical oncology VTS in Diagnostic Imaging 128 slice Toshiba Aquilion CT, 1.5 Tesla GE MRI, Vet GE LogIQ Ultrasound, 2 digital radiography units GE C-Arm Fluoroscopy, Laparoscopy equipment, Shockwave, PRP Cardiovascular ultrasound, high flow oxygen therapy, endoscopy, Linear Accelerator, BAER (Brainstem Auditory Evoked Potential Testing) 15 exam rooms, 2 doctor office spaces, 11 departments Southern California living with blue skies, palm trees and postcard perfect days and nights Best schools in the state, safest places to raise a family and outstanding quality of life Access to a network of specialists within VCA Schedule Full Time availability - ~ 50% clinical/50% administrative Who we look for A people leader and driver of hospital vision 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 Lead a Team As a Medical Director, you'll serve as a mentor and coach, nurturing talent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement Your leadership will be instrumental in developing a culture to deliver on our promise of exceptional service consistently Collaborating closely with regional leadership, you'll play a key role in recruiting, training, and developing our veterinary professionals Your strategic insights will inform annual planning, budgeting, and goal-setting, aligning our efforts with broader company objectives

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Serve as a mentor and coach, nurturing talent and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Developing a culture to deliver on our promise of exceptional service consistently
Collaborating closely with regional leadership, you'll play a key role in recruiting, training, and developing our veterinary professionals
Strategic insights will inform annual planning, budgeting, and goal-setting, aligning our efforts with broader company objectives

Benefits

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.
The annual salary range for this position is $300-400k.
This position may also be eligible for an MD stipend and MD bonus in addition to other variable pay programs
This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs
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
medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!