Job Description
Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Dover Animal Hospital 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. The Medical Director (MD) under the direction of the field management team, is responsible for establishing the medical quality and patient care practiced by all doctors in a given hospital. The MD achieves this through strong leadership and serving as a mentor and role model for the associate veterinarians and staff. An MD should demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity, and a consistent positive attitude. The MD is also an integral part of the hospital management team responsible for the overall financial performance of the hospital and helps create and drive the overall direction for the hospital that will achieve positive results. The MD also fulfills all of the duties of a staff veterinarian in addition to the specific responsibilities of Medical Director. The medical director is required to work at minimum of 40 hours per week and only 10% of those 40 hours is utilized weekly to complete medical director duties per week, the rest of the time is working on the floor and mentoring new doctors. Why join the team Ultrasound, laser, digital x‑ray, dental x‑ray Fear‑Free AAHA‑accredited Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship Schedule Full‑Time or Part‑Time We offer flexible scheduling Hours of Operation: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri: 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Thu: 7:30 am - 6:00 pm Sat, Sun : Closed Cases Patient mix 65% sick 35% wellness 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 Total Rewards As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including: Compensation Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Salary range listed is based on a 40 hour work week. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Health & Well‑being Innovative Associate health and well‑being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity 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 Professional Development 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. Qualifications A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, from an accredited university or equivalent Licensure in good standing to practice in DE, or the ability to obtain A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics R-236585