About this opportunity
VCA Animal Hospitals lists this Specialty Medical Director - Criticalist, Internist, Surgeon - Open to All Specialties opportunity in kalamazoo, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Join us as a board certified or residency trained Specialty Medical Director at VCA Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center of Kalamazoo. You will be supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities and a talent team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work and have the opportunity to transition your career into a leadership position establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital while also continuing to practice veterinary medicine.
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 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
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)
401(k) 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 (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 or find us on social media.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Contact
Rayna Faumuina, Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner, Specialty: |
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Worksite address
kalamazoo, MI, 49006, US
Who can apply
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