**VCA PetCare West Veterinary Hospital** in **Santa Rosa, California** is seeking a highly experienced Veterinarian to lead our tenured DVM team as **Medical Director** . Our hospital is located in the heart of wine country. Sonoma County in the broader sense provides many desirable places to live; from the coast to the inland hills and miles of vineyards, to quaint small towns or more urban settings, all are available in Sonoma County. There really is something for everyone. San Francisco is an hour away, the coast is just a short drive, and Russian River with its beautiful scenery are nearby. If you want to live just outside of town on a small farm, near a vineyard, or with a view of the foothills, the river, or the coast, it is all available within a short drive of VCA PetCare West. Over the past 10 years since PetCare opened its second hospital, VCA PetCare East (Specialty / Emergency / General Practice), VCA PetCare West has evolved into a large Primary Care practice that has maintained a diverse caseload that is urgent care friendly. The quality of medicine is top notch and always evolving to answer the needs of the local community. We build lasting relationships with our clients and their furry family members. Our team members are very connected to each other and we have a definite family feel, while always striving for a culture of positivity. We believe in treating all team members with respect and place a high value on self-care and work-life balance. We are passionate about preventive care, and are committed to offering our clients high caliber medicine, promoting the best service possible in all aspects of the veterinary visit. Our doctors have access to dedicated surgery and dental suites, digital radiography, ultrasound, and in-house lab in our spacious hospital. Our hospital is Fear Free friendly, with many practices in place to reduce stress for our patients. As a member of the VCA family, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. Among the reasons to consider joining VCA are: + Network of 4,500+ doctors, including more than 600 Specialists. + Largest provider of Private Practice Internship and Residencies in the U.S. + WOOF University, offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff. + Robust Clinical Studies program. + Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities. **https://vcahospitals.com/petcare-west?utm\_source=maps&utm\_medium=organic&utm\_campaign=VCA\_PetCare\_West\_Veterinary\_Hospital** Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The annual salary range for this position is $150K - $180K. This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs. Taking care of the future of veterinary medicine starts with taking care of our associates! As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including: _Benefits, Health & Well-Being_ + Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources). + 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match. + Medical/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services. + Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave. + Student loan services to help with assessment and refinancing. _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. **_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. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. 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. **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