VCA Naugatuck Animal Hospital in beautiful central Connecticut is seeking a highly experiencedVeterinarianto lead our talented team as Medical Director .
Equidistant between New Haven and Hartford, you could live and play in either great city and have an easy commute into Naugatuck.
Apply today, or reach out directly to our talent team member, Nick, at for any questions.
At VCA Naugatuck, we provide full-service care for primarily cats and dogs. We also have a variety of tools to help our doctors diagnose and provide the best care possible. The hospital itself has been the go-to hospital for over 3 decades and we continually provide the heart of the community with the very latest in medicine, as well as community outreach. Our hospital boasts proudly to be theonlyand veryfirst AAHA and Fear-Free certified in Connecticut , and we uphold these standards at all times. We are a youthful and fun practice that has been held strong by a loyal, solid, highly skilled, and experienced team.
What makes our hospital unique:
We have been serving the local area with excellent veterinary medicine for more than 30 years.
Associates have access to VCA's Scribe Program (Never do records at home again.)
The Medical Director position will be filled by someone that holds strong interpersonal and organizational skills to continue achieving our goals of delivering excellent patient care and customer service to both our clients and referring veterinarians. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated veterinarian to continue practicing medicine on the floor while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like a practice owner.
VCA Naugatuck Animal Hospital Website
This is a full-time urgent care position that does not require weekends, late nights, or on-call shifts. If you love emergency/urgent care medicine but are sick of the typical hours then this is the position for you.
Choosing VCA Connecticut
Our Community:
Just 30 minutes to both Hartford and New Haven, Located just off of Scenic Rt. 8 along the Naugatuck River and the Naugatuck state forest. This area has an eclectic and diverse community that includes unique shopping, great food options including fine dining, a vibrant bar scene, and artistic pleasures at the local green. In the surrounding area, there are numerous hiking trails and reservoirs to enjoy.
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.
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 companymatch.
- 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.