Medical Director

Job Description**Medical Director – O’Connor Road Animal Hospital | San Antonio, TX **Career Advancement. Collaborative Leadership. Surgical Opportunity.O’Connor Road Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role at our well-established, multi-doctor practice in San Antonio, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a collaborative team while continuing to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive and well-equipped environment. We are a busy, full-service small animal hospital offering primary care, surgeries, and limited urgent care. Our team is passionate about preventative medicine, client education, and delivering excellent patient care.Medical Director - Qualifications and Responsibilities:DVM graduate of an AVMA-accredited CVM or ECFVG/PAVE-certifiedActive Texas DVM license in good standing4+ years of experience practicing as a DVM in small animal GP or hybrid practiceStrong clinician with passion for mentorship, leadership, medical excellence, and a strong interest in soft tissue surgeries preferredCollaborative, team-oriented approach with strong staff and client relationship skillsStrategic mindset to support operations and team development by partnering with the Hospital Manager to lead our team of 2-full time veterinarians and support staffEstablish and uphold medical standards of care while fostering a positive, growth-oriented cultureEstimated time allocation: 90% clinical, 10% administrative/leadership responsibilitiesSchedule: 4 days per week and rotating 1/2 SaturdaysAbout Our Hospital:7 exam rooms, dedicated surgery suite, treatment and isolation areasFull dental suiteIn-house diagnostics (Idexx Catalyst & ProCyte, SNAP testing)Digital radiography and dental x-rayUltrasound capabilitiesModern anesthesia and patient monitoring equipmentEstablished relationships for advanced surgical proceduresAvimark practice management softwareCompensation:Competitive base salary and production bonuses - NO negative accrual$140,000-$150,000 starting base salary22%+ starting production payoutHospital leadership profit sharing bonus programCompensation 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 bonusMedical, dental, vision, and wellness benefitsCompany-paid short-term disability policyPlentiful vacation time to support a strong work-life balancePaid sick time & paid holidaysCE allowance and paid CE days401(k) with company matchLicensure dues/fees & PLITRelocation and retention bonus potentialNo emergency shifts, no on-call shifts, no SundaysCareer advancement with leadership development supportSupportive, collaborative, and experienced support staffAbout San Antonio: San Antonio offers a great mix of city amenities and outdoor activities, with excellent dining, entertainment, and easy access to the Texas Hill Country and nearby coastal destinations, all within a welcoming community and a relatively low cost of living.If you’re looking to step into a leadership role where you can make an impact while continuing to grow clinically, we’d love to connect. Apply today!National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years togetherMission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos TogetherNVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 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 positionIf 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.