Medical Director - Specialty Diagnostic Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Director – Specialty Diagnostic Medicine

Location: North Houston, Texas
Position Type: Full-Time

Lead Medicine. Develop Veterinarians. Make a Broader Impact.

An established specialty veterinary organization in the North Houston area is seeking an experienced veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role combining clinical medicine, veterinarian development, and medical leadership.

This is not a traditional Medical Director position focused primarily on scheduling, staffing, and administrative responsibilities.

You'll continue practicing medicine while helping develop veterinarians, elevate clinical standards, mentor doctors and interns, and influence the quality of care across a growing specialty organization.

Previous advanced imaging experience is not required.

A strong clinical foundation, leadership ability, and genuine interest in developing other veterinarians are far more important. Training and support will be provided to help you become comfortable practicing within an advanced diagnostic environment.

The Role

The Medical Director serves as the senior clinical leader for the local practice while also contributing to veterinarian development and clinical quality across the broader organization.

You'll divide your time between direct patient care and protected leadership responsibilities.

Clinical Medicine

You'll remain actively involved in patient care, including:

• Evaluating referred patients and developing diagnostic plans
• Collaborating with referring veterinarians and veterinary specialists
• Managing sedation, anesthesia, patient care, recovery, and discharge
• Supporting complex and higher-risk cases
• Communicating clearly with pet owners and referring veterinarians
• Maintaining high standards for patient safety and evidence-based medicine
• Working within an advanced diagnostic environment alongside experienced clinical professionals

Lead the Local Clinical Team

As the senior clinical leader, you'll help establish and maintain a strong medical culture.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing clinical leadership to veterinarians and interns
• Guiding doctors through complex cases and clinical decision-making
• Establishing expectations for medical quality, documentation, communication, and accountability
• Coaching veterinarians and providing constructive feedback
• Addressing clinical performance concerns when needed
• Partnering with operational leadership to improve workflow, staffing, patient access, and clinical efficiency
• Supporting the introduction of new services, technologies, and clinical protocols

Develop Veterinarians & Future Leaders

A significant part of this role is helping other veterinarians grow.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Mentor veterinarians and interns
• Provide case-based coaching and clinical guidance
• Strengthen diagnostic reasoning and clinical judgment
• Help doctors develop anesthesia and patient-management skills
• Lead case discussions and educational initiatives
• Support onboarding and development of newly