Medical Director

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Sheridan in Buffalo NY 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.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like a practice owner. Plus, you’ll have the solid backing of experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more, to help you succeed. 

Why join the Sheridan team

• Staff of 4 doctors and 15 skilled LVTs and VA
• In addition to general practice, we have a Board Certified Surgeon, a VTS in anesthesia and analgesia, an overnight technician to care for hospitalized patients, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy/colonoscopy capabilities and dental equipment including dental radiography
• AAHA
• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-time available, Relief possible
• Hours of Operation:
• Mon: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Tue – Wed: 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
• Thu – Fri: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
• Sat: 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
• Sun: Closed

Cases

• Small / Companion animal focus

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. The salary range for this position is $140K – $160K. 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, 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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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
• 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.

Hospital Website

VCA Sheridan Animal Hospital in Buffalo, New York is seeking a highly experienced Veterinarian to lead our talented team as Medical Director.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like a practice owner. Plus, you’ll have the solid backing of experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more, to help you succeed. 

VCA Sheridan Animal Hospital services the communities in the Western New York area. The Sheridan team is a diverse group of professionals dedicated to providing the highest of standards in all aspects of Veterinary Medicine. In addition to general practice, we have a Board Certified Surgeon, a VTS in anesthesia and analgesia, an overnight technician to care for hospitalized patients, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy/colonoscopy capabilities and dental equipment including dental radiography. Sheridan has the equipment and staff to care for a wide variety of animals and we are always willing and eager to expand our capabilities. 

VCA Sheridan is located in the heart of the Buffalo-Niagara region, the second-largest metropolitan area in the state of NY. The area is well known for its historical buildings and cultural activities. With close proximity to the great Lakes and Niagara Falls the plethora of water activities are endless. There are many state parks to enjoy and explore during all four seasons. As much as we enjoy our summer fun you will find our winter activities are just as popular, skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, just to name a few. Buffalo is home to a few popular sport teams that we love to cheer on. Our unique location also allows us quick access to another country that gives us so much more to explore. 

Hospital Website

This position is intended to be performed in full in New York – The salary range for this position is $140K – $160K

At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

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 Staff
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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