VCA Wrightsville Beach Animal Hospital in Wilmington, North Carolina is seeking a highly experienced Veterinarian to lead our talented team as Medical Director.

We are an AAHA-accredited general practice hospital providing quality care since 1995. The team at VCA Wrightsville Beach Animal Hospital is made up of dedicated individuals who have made it their mission to help pets live long, healthy lives. With thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that all our patients get the best in prevention and healing care. 

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.

Known for its crystal blue waters, spacious beach, and active island lifestyle, Wrightsville Beach is ideal for world-class watersports like surfing, stand-up paddle boarding, and kayaking. The walkable beach town is the perfect place for leisure travelers to indulge in resort amenities, spa outings, and boutique shopping. Waterfront restaurants serve fresh sea-to-table and farm-to-table fare. There’s never a shortage of things to do year-round on the island.

Hospital Website:  VCA Wrightsville Beach Animal Hospital

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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 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

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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

About VCA Wrightsville Beach Animal Hospital

We Care.
At VCA, your pet’s health is our top priority, and excellent service to you is our goal. We’re a team of highly trained individuals dedicated to the health and well-being of your pets. Our technicians and support team members are all animal lovers who treat pets with the compassion and respect that they deserve.

Local Doctors, World-Class Care.
VCA is committed to continuously improving the standard of care for our hospitals and veterinary medicine as a whole through compassionate, high-quality primary care. VCA has over 1,000 neighborhood hospitals and over 6,000 Veterinarians. To stay on top of the latest advances, every VCA Veterinarian completes 30 hours of continuing education a year – more than twice the industry standard.

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