Join us as the Medical Director at VCA Five Points Animal Hospital in Aliquippa, PA and you’ll quickly discover that you’re supported by world-class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented, tight-knit team. You’ll lead with confidence knowing you’re backed by VCA’s resources while still making a meaningful impact in your community. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

We are offering a signing bonus!

Why Join the Team

• Team of 2 DVMs and 8 additional associates (assistants and CVTs)

• 35+ years of trusted service in the community with a highly respected medical team

• Diverse surgical caseload: spays, neuters, mass removals, orthopedic, soft tissue, cystostomies, enucleations, and more

• Digital radiography (full-body and dental)

• User-friendly EMR

• Conveniently located ~30 minutes from downtown Pittsburgh

• Busy, growing practice with a loyal and appreciative client base

• Students and new graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive dedicated mentorship

About the Medical Director Role

The Medical Director (MD) works in close partnership with field leadership and plays a key role in shaping the medical quality, culture, and patient care standards of the hospital. This role combines clinical excellence with hands-on leadership, mentorship, and operational partnership.

The MD:

• Sets and maintains the highest medical standards for the hospital

• Provides mentorship, coaching, and support to veterinarians and the care team

• Models a positive, inclusive, and collaborative culture

• Partners with hospital leadership to influence overall financial performance

• Helps guide strategic priorities and hospital initiatives

• Maintains a strong work ethic, integrity, and supportive leadership presence

• Performs all duties of a staff veterinarian while taking on additional leadership responsibilities

Because our hospital sees a mix of primary care and emergent cases — without typical ER hours — our Medical Director has opportunities to work up unique cases and truly shape the medical direction of the practice.

Schedule

Full-Time

Hospital Hours:

• Monday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm

• Tuesday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

• Wednesday: 8:30 am – 7:00 pm

• Thursday: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm

• Friday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

• Saturday: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm (Every other Saturday)

• Sunday: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Cases

A mix of primary care, urgent/sick visits, soft tissue and select orthopedic surgeries, and unique cases stemming from our community’s limited access to specialty care.

Who We Look For

• Leaders who are passionate about elevating medical quality

• People obsessed with pets and their care

• Dedicated experts who want to provide world-class medicine

• Mentors who enjoy teaching and developing others

• Curious lifelong learners seeking growth and fulfillment

• Empathetic partners who build trust with clients and associates

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

Compensation is negotiable and based on experience, skill set, and other relevant credentials.
This position may also be eligible for additional variable pay programs.

Health & Well-Being

• Innovative well-being resources (Headspace, Fidelity financial tools, mental health support)

• 401(k) with company match

• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services

• Paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time

Professional Development

• Continuing Education allowance + paid CE days

• WOOF University – extensive CE for Doctors and the care team

• VCA Academy Mentorship Program – participate as a mentor or mentee

• Opportunities to engage in clinical studies

• Local VCA-hosted CE requirements supported

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

• Access to a network of 5,000+ doctors, including 600+ specialists

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree (DVM/VMD) or equivalent

• Licensure in good standing to practice in Pennsylvania, or ability to obtain

• Strong commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine

• Leadership experience preferred but not required

• Current DEA license or ability to obtain

• Completion of at least 30 hours of accredited CE per calendar year

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to supporting the future of veterinary medicine. With 1,000 hospitals across the country, we provide world-class medicine with hometown care to more than 4.5 million pets annually.

Our 35,000 Associates are empowered, supported, and connected through a shared commitment to learning, growing, and making a meaningful impact. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re working together for A Better World for Pets™.

Check out our hospital online!
VCA Five Points Animal Hospital

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.