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

Introduction

Join us as a board certified or residency trained Specialty Medical Director at VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo 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

• Brand new beautiful state-of-the- art building just opened – 20,000 sq. ft

• 24-hour emergency/specialty equipped with top-notch facilities including new CT, ultrasound unit, and in process of installing an MRI and linear accelerator

• (12) exam rooms, (2) x-ray rooms, (3) operating rooms, (2) procedure rooms

• Modern diagnostic equipment: multiple ultrasound machines, in-house chemistries/CBCs, coagulation time analyzer, blood-gas machine,12-lead ECG

• A boarded surgeon, urgent care veterinarian, radiation oncologist utilizing TrueBeam technology

• Looking to grow our referral services, such as internal medicine, surgery, ECC, radiation oncology, medical oncology, cardiology, neurology, ophthalmology, radiology and dermatology

• Dedicated team of skilled LVTs and assistants

• Locally sourced restaurants, breweries, festivals, music, visual art, dance, and theatre

• Ride your bike from downtown Kalamazoo to Lake Michigan

• For your four-legged friends, multiple off-leash parks and pet friendly restaurants

• The Kalamazoo Promise provides free or highly subsidized tuition to many Michigan colleges and universities.

• Access to a network of specialists within VCA

Schedule

• Full or Part Time availability

Who we look for

• 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

• Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs.

Health & Well-being 

• 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 

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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Learn more about the hospital here and the MARS Oncology Advisory Board here!

Qualifications

• 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

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 at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

For more information about this position, please contact Rayna Faumuina, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty at rayna.faumuina@vca.com or 760-891-9903.