Join us as a Director of Emergency and Critical Care (DECC) at **VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center** 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. **_Why join the team_** + Join our fast paced, 24-hour emergency department in beautiful Fishers + Join our current team of 11 full-time emergency doctors and hospitalists + This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the services of an established emergency and critical care team, while being allowed to continue practicing medicine as an Emergency DVM. + You would report through our Medical Director and be supported by specialists in Internal Medicine, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Nutrition, Ophthalmology, Surgery (orthopedic & soft tissue), and Physical Rehabilitation. + The DECC under the direction and collaboration with the hospital leadership team, is responsible for establishing the medical quality and patient care practiced by all emergency doctors and hospitalists working at VCA Advanced Veterinary Care Center. + You would achieve this through strong leadership and serving as a mentor and role model for the associate veterinarians and staff. + The candidate should demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity, and a consistent positive attitude. + The DECC is also an integral part of the hospital management team responsible for the overall service provided to our clientele and the financial performance of the emergency department. + Our 30,000 sq. ft. facility is fully equipped with a 1.5 Tesla MRI, 64-Slice CT, linear accelerator, fluoroscopy, two digital radiology rooms, two GE ultrasound units, full endoscopy equipment, and a neurological electro diagnostic machine—along with a full rehabilitation service with two underwater treadmills. The hospital has 16 exam rooms and dedicated treatment areas for each department. The region has several blue-ribbon schools, plus a thriving performing arts area. For your recreational needs there is the Monon Trail, which runs for 15 miles from Hamilton County into Indianapolis. The Colts are still the heart of the city along with our other professional sports teams: Pacers and Fever for basketball, Indy Fuel for hockey, Indy 11 for soccer, and Indianapolis Indians for baseball. Both Fishers and Carmel in Hamilton County are ranked among the Best Places To Live by CNN Money Magazine and Forbes Magazine. **_Schedule_** + Full-Time **_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, 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 Discover Additional Benefits Benefits | VCA (vcacareers.com) (https://www.vcacareers.com/global/en/benefits) **_Qualifications_** + A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent + Licensure in good standing to practice in Indiana, 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. **_Learn more about the hospital:_** https://vcahospitals.com/advanced-veterinary-care-center **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