Medical Director (DVM) Animal Health Team

Medical Director (DVM) League City, TX

An established veterinary hospital is seeking a dedicated Medical Director to lead its clinical team. This opportunity is ideal for a veterinarian who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care while guiding and supporting a collaborative medical team. The role combines hands-on medicine with leadership responsibilities in a professional and team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality medical and surgical care to patients
• Lead and mentor veterinary team members to promote a positive and collaborative environment
• Ensure compliance with state and federal veterinary laws, including proper maintenance of controlled substance records
• Partner with practice management to maintain consistent standards of care and operational excellence
• Assist in resolving medical-related client concerns with professionalism and empathy
• Support continuous improvement in medical protocols, quality assurance, and workflow efficiency

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree or equivalent
• Licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the state of Arizona
• DEA license required
• Minimum of 4 years of clinical experience; leadership experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to motivate and lead a team with fairness and collaboration

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with no negative accrual
• $50,000 sign-on bonus
• Continuing education allowance with additional CE-specific paid time off
• Paid professional dues, license renewals, and liability coverage
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off up to 5 weeks
• HSA/FSA options with company contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and mentorship opportunities
• Generous employee pet discounts
• Uniform allowance