Medical Director- Houston, TX (Sign on, Relocation, & Retention Bonuses!)

Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM)

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is seeking an experienced Medical Director / Managing Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (MDVM) to lead our thriving small animal general practice in Houston, Texas. This is an outstanding opportunity for a veterinarian ready to advance into a leadership role while continuing to practice high-quality, patient-focused medicine. If you are passionate about veterinary leadership, mentorship, and clinical excellence, and want to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment, this role may be the perfect next step.

Lead with Compassion. Learn with Purpose. Specialize with Us.

Medical Director Role Overview

The Medical Director / MDVM is responsible for creating a positive, team-oriented hospital culture where veterinarians and staff deliver exceptional medical care and outstanding client service. In partnership with the Practice Manager and Regional Operations Manager, you will provide medical leadership, manage associate veterinarians, and ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and standards of care.

What You’ll Love About This Role

• Supporting veterinarians in their medical, professional, and administrative development
• Leading team growth through staff meetings, annual reviews, coaching, and mentorship
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring medical and regulatory compliance protocols
• Partnering with regional leadership to assist with annual planning, operational strategy, and practice growth
• Collaborating with hospital leadership to foster a culture of high-quality medicine, teamwork, and financial success

Qualifications & Core Competencies

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), VMD, or equivalent from an accredited veterinary school
• Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of Texas
• Ideally 5+ years of clinical veterinary experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a veterinary setting preferred
• Strong emotional intelligence and people-management skills
• Commitment to gold-standard veterinary medicine and ethical practice
• Proven ability to delegate effectively and drive team performance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Compensation & Benefits Package

• We offer a competitive leadership compensation package designed to support both professional and personal success:
• Competitive Salary: ProSal with no Negative Accrual
• Annual performance bonus for Medical Directors + stipend
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• Ownership or Partnership interest? Equity ownership package with no money out of pocket! Up to $300,000 and annual MD bonus of $15,000
• Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Student loan assistance for early career candidates – up to $15,000/year for 4 years
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $3,500 annually + paid 3 CE days
• Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• Professional development programs including:
  • Global FAST ultrasound training
  • Dental training with a board-certified dentist
  • Leadership cohort programs

About West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates

Located in the Briar Forest area of West Houston, West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a trusted small animal veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats with compassionate, high-quality care. Our practice emphasizes client education, open communication, and individualized treatment plans.

Our services include

• Allergy and dermatology care
• Preventive wellness and vaccinations
• Spay and neuter surgery
• Comprehensive dental care
• Laser therapy and pain management
• Pet counseling and behavior support
• In-house diagnostics and advanced imaging
• Soft tissue surgery
• Wellness care for all life stages
• We are committed to continuous learning, collaboration, and delivering the most up-to-date veterinary care - starting with supporting our exceptional team members.
• Proud Partner of Innovetive Petcare
• West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare, a national veterinary network that believes veterinarians are the future of the profession. We focus on cultivating, innovating, developing, and collaborating to build exceptional teams that provide outstanding patient care.

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates serves the dogs and cats of West Houston in Briar Forest, Texas. Our focus is on pet education, open communication, and patient-focused care. Our top-notch veterinary services include but are not limited to, allergy and dermatology, vaccinations, spay and neuter, dental care, laser therapy, pet counseling, in-house diagnostics, surgery, and wellness care for all life stages. Our team continually learns so that we can offer our patients the most up-to-date veterinary care with compassion and collaboration. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, VMD, or equivalent, from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in the state of Texas.
• Ideally, 5+ years of veterinary medicine experience
• Positive and effective leadership abilities
• Ability to manage staff and outcomes with emotional intelligence
• Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
• Delegation of tasks and achieving results with practice team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non‑merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Lead with Compassion. Learn with Purpose. Specialize with Us

Join a practice where leadership, medicine, and quality of life come together. If you’re ready to make an impact as a Veterinary Medical Director / Managing DVM, Take the next step in your veterinary leadership career with West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates.