Veterinarian, Medical Director

Description

Thrive Pet Healthcare, East Austin is looking for a full-time Veterinarian, Medical Director to join our team in Austin, TX. Thrive is offering a 30k Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Support!

About You

As a leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.

You’ll support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries, quarterly production compensation, and a Medical Director stipend, plus no negative accrual.

You’re willing and able to lead and mentor a collaborative veterinary team, foster a positive hospital culture, support doctors with varying backgrounds and experience levels, and partner closely with hospital leadership to continue advancing medical quality, patient care, and the overall client experience.

About Thrive Pet Healthcare, East Austin

We're a small animal primary care practice located in the heart of Austin, TX, providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats throughout East, South, and Central Austin. Our services include wellness and sickness exams, vaccinations, preventive care, spay and neuter procedures, surgery, diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and end-of-life care.

Our team is committed to creating a positive experience for pets and the people who love them, with an emphasis on personalized care, strong client relationships, collaboration, and high-quality medicine. Our veterinarians bring diverse clinical interests and backgrounds to the hospital, creating an environment where collaboration, mentorship, and continued professional growth are valued.

Located at 2795 E 7th Street, our hospital serves East Austin and surrounding neighborhoods including Rosewood, Rainey Street, Upper Boggy Creek, and Pleasant Valley. We are open Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, East Austin, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As Medical Director, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the medical direction of the hospital, mentor fellow veterinarians, partner with an experienced practice leadership team, and continue building a collaborative culture while benefiting from Thrive's national resources and support systems. Click here to learn more.

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual salary offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Base Salary Range: $170,000-$200,000

In addition to base salary, this Medical Director opportunity includes a Medical Director leadership stipend, an elevated production percentage, and a substantial sign-on bonus, creating the opportunity for first-year total compensation well above $200,000!

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today, or reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Your Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible

Benefits – Our Care In Action

• Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Thrive's Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

You'll enjoy the innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddies, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives so teams can grow and feel supported.

For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve.

Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.