Clinical Leader Veterinarian & Mentor

AzVMA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $50k

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

401(k) with match

CE allowance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Job summary

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to lead clinically and mentor a team of associates in a busy small animal practice. The role blends medicine, leadership, and staff development within a collaborative hospital culture.

The ideal candidate has several years of small animal experience, strong diagnostic and surgical interest, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. On-site clinical leadership is valued.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Current Texas veterinary license or eligibility for Texas licensure.
• Several years of experience practicing small animal medicine.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Experience or interest in general surgery and dentistry.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Mentoring and developing other veterinarians.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and medical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional, compassionate medical care to small animal patients.
• Perform comprehensive wellness examinations, diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and dentistry as appropriate.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for associate veterinarians and staff.
• Promote evidence-based medicine and uphold high-quality medical standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex cases and treatment plans.
• Help establish and uphold medical protocols and best practices.
• Support a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.
• Foster excellent client communication and relationships.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Current Texas veterinary license or eligibility

Job description

West Houston Veterinary Medical Associates in Houston, TX, seeks a Senior Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to lead clinically and mentor a team of associates in a busy small animal practice. The role blends medicine, leadership, and staff development within a collaborative hospital culture.

The ideal candidate has several years of small animal experience, strong diagnostic and surgical interest, and a commitment to exceptional patient care. On-site clinical leadership is valued.