Medical Lead Veterinarian

Medical Lead Veterinarian

At Daylily Animal Hospital, we believe that when you feel supported and valued, you can do your best work. Located in Hutto, TX, we are proud to be an AAHA Accredited practice, signifying our deep commitment to the highest standards of veterinary excellence. Our commitment to outstanding service is recognized by the community, reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating. If you are looking for a place where gold-standard medicine meets genuine collaboration, this is an opportunity to join a respected and dedicated team where you can truly grow your career. As part of a supportive network of hospitals, you gain immediate access to centralized resources and support designed to help you succeed. We cultivate a culture of continuous learning and professional growth, ensuring every teammate has the mentorship and tools necessary to advance their professional trajectory. Whether you are aiming to become a credentialed technician, move into a leadership role, or expand your specific clinical skill set, dedicated programs are in place to help you achieve these career goals. We maintain appropriate workloads and supportive scheduling, allowing you to focus completely on providing comprehensive patient care. Daylily Animal Hospital is focused entirely on small animal medicine, including vital urgent care services for the surrounding community. Our AAHA accreditation means you will be practicing evidence-based, gold-standard protocols every day. For complex cases, you will benefit from immediate access to a network of internal specialty consultants who provide guidance and mentorship, elevating the standard of care we deliver without requiring off-site referral for every clinical question. This dedicated structure ensures you are always challenged and supported in practicing high-quality, comprehensive medicine alongside your teammates. Hutto, Texas, provides an ideal blend of welcoming small-town atmosphere and rapid community growth, just north of Austin. You will find a friendly, family-oriented environment that still offers convenient access to the dynamic culture and entertainment of Central Texas. This location allows you to enjoy a desirable cost of living and a highly supportive community while benefiting from the professional opportunities associated with the greater Austin metropolitan area. It is the perfect place to build a rewarding career while establishing roots in a rapidly evolving, dynamic region.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating plan, manage hospital financial performance toward an EBITDA goal, and ensure compliance with all medical and DEA regulations.
• Foster a Culture of Growth: You will lead monthly doctor meetings to discuss best practices, new services, and medical standards. You will also supervise externship and mentorship programs and champion a culture of recruitment.
• Be an Ambassador: You will serve as an ambassador for your hospital and Mission Pet Health through community engagement at schools, universities, and local events.

What You'll Bring to the Team:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and a valid state license in good standing.
• A minimum of 2 years of practical clinical experience.
• A servant leadership mentality with a commitment to our core values and the ability to build strong, collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• An understanding of (or willingness to learn) the financial and operating management of a hospital.
• Proficiency in intermediate computer skills (MS Office, Outlook, etc.).
• Enthusiasm and a desire to be part of a progressive, growth-oriented culture.

Responsibilities and Benefits:

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you as a leader, so you can focus on your team and your medicine.

Generous Compensation: A competitive annual base salary plus a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual .

Total Wellbeing: Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident insurance, plus Paid Parental Leave.

Financial Health: Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match (100% on the first 3%, 50% on the next 2%), plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.

Leadership & Clinical Growth: Receive paid continuing education with dedicated days off, plus access to our comprehensive Leadership Training Program and structured mentorship.

Clinical Tracks Program: Access over 50 hours of in-depth, RACE-approved CE in Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology, facilitated by veterinary specialists.

The Power of a Network: Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration, support, and to grow your interests.

Peace of Mind: Company-paid professional liability coverage, license fees, and professional dues. Enjoy a flexible schedule, paid time off, and free 24/7 access to Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health: Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.