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

Department: Veterinarians

Location: Houston, Texas

Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 / year Description Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM) West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates | Briar Forest, Houston, TX Lead with Compassion. Learn with Purpose. Specialize with Us.

West Houston Veterinary Medical

Associates is seeking an experienced Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM) to lead our thriving small animal general practice in Houston, Texas. This is an outstanding opportunity for a veterinarian ready to advance into a leadership role while continuing to practice high-quality, patient-focused medicine.

If you are passionate about veterinary leadership, mentorship, and clinical excellence, and want to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment, this role may be the perfect next step.

Medical Director Role

Overview The Medical Director / MDVM is responsible for creating a positive, team-oriented hospital culture where veterinarians and staff deliver exceptional medical care and outstanding client service. In partnership with the Practice Manager and Regional Operations Manager, you will provide medical leadership, manage associate veterinarians, and ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and standards of care. What You’ll Love About This Role

Supporting veterinarians in their medical, professional, and administrative development

Leading team growth through staff meetings, annual reviews, coaching, and mentorship

Developing, implementing, and monitoring medical and regulatory compliance protocols

Partnering with regional leadership to assist with annual planning, operational strategy, and practice growth

Collaborating with hospital leadership to foster a culture of high-quality medicine, teamwork, and financial success Qualifications & Core Competencies: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school

Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of Texas

Ideally 5+ years of clinical veterinary experience

Demonstrated leadership experience in a veterinary setting preferred

Strong emotional intelligence and people-management skills

Commitment to gold-standard veterinary medicine and ethical practice

Proven ability to delegate effectively and drive team performance

Excellent verbal and written communication skills Compensation & Benefits Package: We offer a competitive leadership compensation package designed to support both professional and personal success:

Sign-on and retention bonuses available

Competitive base annual salary

JV partnership potential

No negative accrual (financial stability and peace of mind)

Flexible work schedules

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid parental leave

24/7 access to Kindly Human, a peer-to-peer mental well-being platform

Employee discounts

Paid professional liability insurance

401(k) with 2% company match

529 Gift of College savings plan

Continuing Education allowance ($2,500 annually + 3 CE PTO days)

Student loan repayment program (up to $15,000/year for 4 years)

100% coverage of DEA and Texas state licensure fees

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. Lead with Compassion.

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