Medical Director

Join us as a Medical Director at VCA Smoky Hill 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.
 

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 team

•    A full-service friendly GP hospital that has been caring for pets in the Aurora, Centennial, and  
      Southeast Denver metro area since 1981!
•    Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including
      digital radiology, dentistry, in-house labs, soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, and more.
•    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, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00am – 6:00pm, Tuesday and Wednesday from 7:00am – 6:00pm, and Saturday from 8:00am – 2:00pm
•    This position will include four 10-hour shifts

Cases

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

•    Compensation negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials. Annual salary starting at $120,000 - $150,000 plus stipends, production, and bonus potential.
•    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 
 
Discover Additional

To be considered for this position, please apply by: June 30, 2026

If you are a current associate, you 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.