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VCA Animal Hospitals

Medical Director

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A Medical Director directs and manages a medical practice, clinic, lab or public health program. Organizes and manages of staff physicians, policy implementation, and ensures that standards for medical care are communicated and maintained.

$257,512 / year median in Delaware

+10% projected growth

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Career Center Home Search Jobs Medical Director 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Search Results Job Details Explore Location Medical Director Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Dover, Delaware, United States (on-site) APPLY Medical Director Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Dover, Delaware, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 21 hours ago Medical Director Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Dover, Delaware, United States (on-site) APPLY Job Duration Indefinite Employment sector Clinical Practice Min Experience 3-5 Years Min Education Doctorate/DVM Required Travel 0-10% Species Canine +1 Feline Type Full-Time Position Medical Director AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Medical Director The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Medical Director The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. 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 companymatch 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
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83692485 VCA Animal Hospitals Healthcare / Health Services View your LinkedIn connections 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 forw... View Full Profile More Jobs from VCA Animal Hospitals Medical Director Closter, New Jersey, United States 1 hour ago Associate Veterinarian
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Political Action Committee (PAC) Student AVMA (SAVMA) Contact Us Work at AVMA Privacy Policy Terms of Use Site Map Follow Us Subscribe to Newsletters © 2026 American Veterinary Medical Association. All Rights Reserved. Job Location Dover, Delaware, United States Median Salary Net Salary per month $5,697 Median Apartment Rent in City Center (1-3 Bedroom) $1,667
  • $2,400 $2,034 Safety Index 72 /100 72 Utilities Basic (Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment) $92
  • $335 $163 High-Speed Internet $50
  • $110 $64 Transportation Gasoline (1 liter) $0.
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