Description

Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM) - Houston, TX

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, Texas

Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000 / year

Description

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates | Houston, TX (Briar Forest / West Houston)

Lead with Compassion. Learn with Purpose, Specialize with Us.

Are you an experienced Veterinary Medical Director, Managing DVM, or Associate Veterinarian ready to step into veterinary leadership? West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is seeking a Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM) to lead our thriving small animal veterinary hospital in West Houston, Texas.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, team leadership, mentorship, and high-quality patient care while continuing to practice medicine in a collaborative, well-equipped environment.

Located near Houston's Energy Corridor and Katy, our hospital serves a loyal client base and provides the technology, support staff, and leadership resources needed to build a rewarding long-term veterinary career.

Veterinary Medical Director Responsibilities

As our Medical Director, you'll serve as the clinical leader of the hospital while partnering with the Practice Manager and Regional Operations Manager to ensure exceptional patient care, regulatory compliance, team development, and hospital growth.

In this Veterinary Leadership role, you will:

• Lead and mentor Associate Veterinarians and veterinary support staff
• Foster a collaborative, positive hospital culture focused on patient care and client service
• Support veterinarian growth through coaching, mentorship, annual reviews, and professional development
• Develop and maintain medical protocols and standards of care
• Ensure compliance with state veterinary regulations and best medical practices
• Partner with hospital leadership on strategic planning and operational initiatives
• Drive clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Help recruit, develop, and retain outstanding veterinary professionals

Qualifications & Core Competencies:

Required

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
• Active Texas veterinary license in good standing (or ability to obtain Texas licensure)

Preferred

• Approximately 5+ years of companion animal clinical experience
• Leadership, mentorship, or Veterinary Medical Director experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong emotional intelligence and team leadership abilities
• Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
• Ability to motivate, coach, and develop veterinary teams

Veterinarians with previous leadership experience or those ready to advance into a Medical Director position are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits Package:

We offer a competitive leadership compensation package designed to support both professional and personal success:

• Competitive Salary: ProSal with no Negative Accrual
• Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• Ownership or Partnership interest? Equity ownership package with no money out of pocket! Up to $300,000 and annual MD bonus of $15,000
• Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Student loan assistance for early career candidates - up to $15,000/year for 4 years
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $3,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
• Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• Professional development programs including:
  • Global FAST ultrasound training
  • Dental training with a board-certified dentist
  • Leadership cohort programs

About West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates:

Located in the Briar Forest area of West Houston, West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a trusted small animal veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats with compassionate, high-quality care. Our practice emphasizes client education, open communication, and individualized treatment plans.

Our services include:

• Allergy and dermatology care
• Preventive wellness and vaccinations
• Spay and neuter surgery
• Comprehensive dental care
• Laser therapy and pain management
• Pet counseling and behavior support
• In-house diagnostics and advanced imaging
• Soft tissue surgery
• Wellness care for all life stages

We are committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and delivering the most up-to-date veterinary care-starting with supporting our exceptional team members.

Proud Partner of Innovetive Petcare

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare, a national veterinary network that believes veterinarians are the future of the profession. We focus on cultivating, innovating, developing, and collaborating to build exceptional teams that provide outstanding patient care.

Join a practice where leadership, medicine, and quality of life come together. If you're ready to make an impact as a Veterinary Medical Director / Managing DVM, we invite you to apply today.

Take the next step in your veterinary leadership career with West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates.