Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Veterinarian Medical Director

$140k - $150k

NVA

Job Description

Managing Veterinarian - South Belt Animal Hospital - Houston, TX
Lead with Purpose • Medical Independence • Generous Sign-On Bonus

Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and lead a dedicated, compassionate team? South Belt Animal Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to guide our growing practice while continuing to deliver exceptional medical care to the pets in our community.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a hospital that functions as a blank slate-ready for your vision, leadership, and medical guidance to take root. Whether it's elevating clinical standards, shaping workflows, or building a culture of excellence, you'll have the support and independence to make a lasting impact. This is a unique opportunity for a doctor who enjoys building, collaborating, and making a meaningful impact. With new Hospital Management leadership in place and strong support from the broader network, the practice prioritizes a positive, team-driven culture and elevating patient care.


As our Managing DVM, you'll split your time between clinical duties and leadership responsibilities ( about 90% clinical and 10% admin ), helping to shape the hospital's future while mentoring a team that shares your commitment to quality and compassion.

About Our Hospital:

South Belt Animal Hospital provides full-service care including wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and in-house lab testing. We are equipped to support high-quality medicine and a great client experience.
  • 4 exam rooms
  • Fully equipped surgical suite with cautery unit
  • Digital radiography
  • Cold laser therapy
  • IDEXX in-house lab
  • Flexible scheduling: No on-call, overnights, or Sundays
What We're Looking For:
  • A strong clinician with a passion for mentorship and leadership
  • A collaborative and team-oriented mindset
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients
  • Strategic thinking to support hospital operations and drive medical excellence
Compensation
  • Competitive base salary and production bonuses - NO negative accrual
  • $140,000 - $150,000 starting base salary
  • 22%+ starting production payout
  • Compensation packages are tailored to align with each candidate's education, experience, clinical interests, and goals. If your expectations differ, apply and we'll discuss options!
Benefits:
  • Generous sign-on bonus
  • Leadership profit sharing incentives
  • Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
  • Company-paid short-term disability policy
  • Plentiful vacation time to support a strong work-life balance
  • Paid sick time & paid holidays
  • CE allowance and paid CE days
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Licensure dues/fees & PLIT
  • Relocation and retention bonus potential
  • No emergency shifts, no on-call shifts, no Sundays
  • Career advancement with leadership development support

Why South Houston?
South Belt Animal Hospital sits in the heart of South Houston's family-friendly suburbs, near the Sagemont and South Belt/Ellington neighborhoods. This area offers a great mix of established communities, local parks, top-rated schools, and quick access to Pearland, Clear Lake, and downtown Houston.

Enjoy the convenience of suburban living with urban amenities nearby: excellent dining, shopping, and entertainment are just minutes away. Outdoor lovers appreciate the area's green spaces, including Clear Creek, Armand Bayou Nature Center, and nearby Galveston Bay. The area's affordability and easy access to major highways (I-45 and Beltway 8) make it a great place to settle down, raise a family, or enjoy a comfortable lifestyle outside the city bustle.

Join Us:

If you're a veterinarian who wants to combine excellent medicine with strong leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Join South Belt Animal Hospital and help shape the future of veterinary care in South Houston.

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Veterinarian Medical Director in Houston, TX vacancy
  • $140k - $150k

     ...Managing Veterinarian - South Belt Animal Hospital - Houston, TX Lead with Purpose • Medical Independence • Generous Sign-On Bonus Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and lead a dedicated, compassionate team? South Belt Animal Hospital... 
    Suggested
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    National Veterinary Associates

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • $200k

     ...Introduction Our client is a hospital seeking a full-time Medical Director to join their team, providing care for cats and dogs....  ...within the hospital. The position is suited to an experienced veterinarian, with doctor hours open to discussion. Practice Details... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Relocation package
    Monday to Friday
    Flexible hours

    Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  • $170k

     ...Description Medical Director Veterinarian | Full-Time | Thrive Pet Healthcare Fountainview, Houston, Texas At Thrive Pet Healthcare Fountainview, we offer primary care services for cats and dogs in the Houston area. Our services include dental care, elective surgeries... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Local area
    Relocation package

    Thrive Fountainview

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • Job Posting City: Houston State: Texas Hospital Name: South Belt Animal Hospital Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice Employment Type: Permanent National Veterinary Association
    Suggested
    Permanent employment

    National Veterinary Association

    Houston, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...Moments with us at Urban Animal Veterinary Hospital Founding Medical Director | Build the hospital you have always wanted to practice in...  ...entering an exciting new chapter, and we're looking for the veterinarian who wants to help define it . Maybe your passion is... 
    Suggested
    Full time
    Local area
    Relocation package

    Urban Animal Veterinary hospital

    Houston, TX
    9 days ago
  • $157k

     ...Safe Haven Animal Hospital is looking for a community-minded veterinarian to help carry out our access to veterinary care mission. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable in a technician/vet assistant-driven workflow, and will feel comfortable offering the full spectrum... 
    Full time

    Safe Haven Animal Hospital

    Houston, TX
    3 days ago
  • $238.83k - $341.19k

     ...need great people to join our team. The Associate Clinical Director will directly supervise and train primary care providers (PCPs)...  ...needs. Leads their care team consisting of care promoter (medical assistant), care facilitator, and care coordinator for patients... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Work at office

    ChenMed

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $238.83k - $341.19k

     ...POSITION SUMMARY This crucial role is a transitional position towards becoming a center clinical P&L leader (i.e., Senior Medical Director [SMD]) in the organization. The incumbent Center Medical Director (CMD) will leverage his/her prior leadership experience to expedite... 
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Work at office

    ChenMed

    Houston, TX
    4 hours ago
  • $171.78k

    Introduction Our client is a hospital seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their team. This role is full-time preferred, although part-time options are open to discussion. The hospital sees dogs and cats and offers an opportunity to practice comprehensive veterinary... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

    Houston, TX
    9 days ago
  • Join us as an Associate Veterinarian at VCA Spring Branch Animal Hospital. You’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world-class...  ...care for dogs, cats, and exotics Routine wellness to involved medical cases Who do we look for People obsessed with pets and their... 
    Full time
    Monday to Friday

    VCA Animal Hospitals

    Houston, TX
    8 days ago
  • $248.5k - $373k

     ...Texas, United StatesSalary: $248,500 - $373,000/yearJob Area: Medical & Clinical OperationsCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum is a global...  ...seamless experience, and manage health care costs.The Medical Director provides physician support to Enterprise Clinical Services operations... 
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Remote work

    UnitedHealth Group

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • $248.5k - $373k

     ...Texas, United StatesSalary: $248,500.00 - $373,000.00Job Area: Medical & Clinical OperationsCompany: UnitedHealth GroupOptum is a global...  ...us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.The Medical Director Oncology will provide utilization review determinations and support... 
    Minimum wage
    Work experience placement
    Local area
    Remote work

    UnitedHealth Group

    Houston, TX
    5 days ago
  • $168k

     ...Veterinarian - Owner/Partner at CityVet Salary: $168,000 - $750,000+ Build your practice. Shape your culture. Create real wealth....  ...growth matter deeply. Why Become a CityVet Owner/Partner? Medical Freedom Practice your medicine with no quotas, restrictive... 
    Full time
    Home office

    CityVet, Inc.

    Houston, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...veterinary environment. Together, we want to partner with veterinarians to help build a network of Urgent Care practices across the...  ...entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together. We're offering immediate... 
    Full time
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    PriorityPet Urgent Care of Houston, TX

    Houston, TX
    10 days ago
  • $99k - $232k

     ...employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please... 
    Full time
    H1b

    PwC

    Houston, TX
    17 hours ago
  • $500 per month

     ...Job Title Relief Veterinarian Needed Benefits: Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Wellness resources About the Role Perfect Little Puppies is seeking a licensed relief veterinarian to visit our store approximately once per week to perform puppy wellness exams... 
    Daily paid
    Extra income
    Flexible hours
    1 day per week
    Weekday work

    Handyman LLC

    West University Place, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...Veterinarian Position at Petco At our Vetco Total Care Full Service Veterinary Hospitals,...  ...surgery tables, DDXR), quality supportive medical field leaders and a quality...  ...Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director. The Veterinarian has discretion related... 
    Immediate start
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Petco Health and Wellness

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...seeking a full-time boarded or residency trained Critical Care Veterinarian to join our state of the art emergency and specialty hospital....  ...for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals. We value your health and well-being as an associate... 
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...with No Negative Accrual Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets! Personalized & 1:1 Mentorship Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms Flexible Compensation Package Retirement Match 3 Weeks PTO Schedule and Work Environment... 
    Part time
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Night shift
    Afternoon shift

    Urgent Vet

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  • $180k

     ...Associate Veterinarian opportunity in Houston, TX, with compensation up to $180,000. Step into a long-established, AAHA-accredited small...  ...and select exotic pets, from routine wellness to more involved medical cases Skilled, dedicated support team that enables doctors to... 
    Full time
    Relocation package
    Monday to Friday

    Global-Talent-Partners

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...Weekend Locum Veterinarian At Petfolk, we're reshaping veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience for pets, their families, and the professionals who care for them. Looking to make a meaningful impact without the weight... 
    Full time
    Part time
    Locum
    Night shift
    Weekend work

    Petfolk

    Houston, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...Petfolk Veterinarian At Petfolk, we're reshaping veterinary care by blending high-quality medicine with a welcoming, connected experience...  ..., ever ~ Generous Paid Time Off Policy ~100% Covered DVM Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance ~ Life Insurance & Disability... 
    Locum
    Night shift

    Petfolk

    Houston, TX
    5 days ago
  • $125 - $145 per hour

     ...Locum Veterinarian The pay range for this role is $ 125 - $ 145/hour. The pay range listed reflects a general hiring range for the area...  ...and history from clients, and maintain proper and complete medical records. Educate clients about preventative care, Pet health... 
    Locum
    Local area
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    Banfield

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Position Summary The Locum Veterinarian provides temporary medical coverage to support the hospital’s veterinary team in delivering high-quality patient care. This role is responsible for examining patients, diagnosing illnesses, developing treatment plans, performing... 
    Temporary work
    Locum
    Flexible hours
    Weekday work

    VCA Animal Hospitals

    Houston, TX
    2 days ago
  •  ...Specialists (GCVS) is seeking an experienced, compassionate Emergency Veterinarian to join our collaborative Emergency team. Qualifications...  ...production opportunities Relocation assistance Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) program supporting long-... 
    Internship
    Local area
    Relocation package
    Flexible hours

    New Frontier Animal Medical Center

    Houston, TX
    4 days ago
  •  ...Veterinarian – Make a Difference Every Day at Houston SPCA For more than 100 years, Houston SPCA has been protecting animals from cruelty...  ...to create lasting change. What You'll Do Provide compassionate medical care for animals in need Triage and stabilize emergency... 
    Day shift

    New Frontier Animal Medical Center

    Houston, TX
    5 days ago
  •  ...exams and diagnostics, treatments and medications, client interactions, and tentative and...  ...to the care of individual patients, the Veterinarian will take direct supervision from the Hospital Medical Leader or Area Medical Director. The Veterinarian has discretion related... 
    Shift work
    Night shift

    Petco

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  •  ...Job Opportunity We're seeking a veterinarian to join our tenured team of nursing staff and compassionate front office team members to ensure your clients and patients are getting the best in veterinary medicine care. Requirements: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine... 

    Get a Vet Staffing

    Houston, TX
    3 days ago
  •  ...PawDoc Surgery + Dental Center is growing and we’re looking for veterinarians who want to practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative...  ...developing those skills Hours will be 11am - 8pm Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health savings and flexible spending... 
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Night shift

    Stryker

    Houston, TX
    1 day ago
  • $135.41k - $195.59k

     ...to lead, develop and manage associate veterinarians in their hospitals to ensure Banfield can...  ...can be successful. Provide effective medical leadership to their hospital teams by driving...  ...veterinarian needs. Partner with the Director of Veterinary Quality and Talent... 
    Full time
    Temporary work
    Part time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Shift work

    Banfield

    Houston, TX
    3 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Veterinarian Medical Director. Be the first to apply!