Job Description

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Kelliwood 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.

Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Support Available!

Why join the team

• As a Medical Director, practice medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital
• Support provided in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more
• AAHA-accredited hospital equipped with the latest veterinary technology, including digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house surgery suite, hospitalization, and more!
• We work closely with several local rescue groups and animal shelters including Houston SPCA, Houston Boxer Rescue, and the Lonestar Boxer Rescue.
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule
• Our hospital is open Monday - Friday 7:00am – 6:00pm and Saturday 8:00am – 2:00pm
• Full-time veterinarians average 4 10-hour shifts (rotating Saturdays)

Cases  

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs
• Mixture of wellness and sick patients

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
• Medical Director stipend (paid biweekly) and Medical Director annual bonus
• 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 

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Qualifications

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

About VCA
VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.

Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.

VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets™.

Learn more about the hospital here: VCA Kelliwood Animal Hospital

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled.

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