Medical Director

American Veterinary Medical Association; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Production bonuses

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Leadership profit-sharing bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness

Paid time off

CE allowance and paid CE days

401(k) with company match

Licensure dues/PLIT

No Sundays

Job summary

Doddridge Animal Clinic in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking an experienced veterinarian to become Medical Director, leading patient care, mentoring the team, and elevating clinical standards. This well-established, multi-doctor practice offers a collaborative environment and opportunities to influence care and operations.

Lead a supportive culture with hands-on clinical involvement and a focus on staff development, ensuring exceptional outcomes for patients and families in the Corpus Christi

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to our veterinary team
• Set the medical vision for the hospital in collaboration with the practice manager
• Medical independence - flexibility in how you practice
• Maintain a high standard of care across all services
• Guide new graduates and support ongoing CE for all doctors
• Estimated Time Allocation: 90% Clinical Practice, 10% Admin & Managing Duties

Job description

Lead a Well-Established Hospital - Now Hiring a Medical Director at Doddridge Animal Clinic

Career growth | Multi-doctor team | Beautiful and modern facility

Doddridge Animal Clinic in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a compassionate, experienced veterinarian to step into the role of Medical Director. With extensive experience amongst the team and strong ties to the community, our well-established, multi-doctor practice is ready for a leader who is passionate about patient care, team development, and operational excellence. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys mentoring, guiding clinical standards, and staying hands‑on with cases.

Why Step Into Leadership at Doddridge?

At Doddridge, we don’t just practice medicine – we lead with integrity and support one another like family. Our Medical Director will play a key role in upholding and advancing the high standards already in place, working closely with an experienced team in a low-turnover, high-morale environment. Our culture is laid‑back, yet structured, and many of our staff members have been with us for over a decade, including our well‑loved and highly respected hospital manager who has been with Doddridge for 13 years! That loyalty says it all!

Our Beautiful, Modern Facility Includes:

• Six exam rooms plus one comfort/consult room
• Separate surgery and dental suites
• Spacious treatment area with four tables
• Dedicated breakroom and private doctor’s office
• Ample cage space for surgical and hospitalized patients

Equipment:

• Newer ultrasound machine (less than 5 years old)
• Modern dental suite with high-speed drill and suction
• Digital radiography
• Comprehensive in-house labs including chemistry, CBC, urinalysis, and CetaVue
• And much more to support high-quality patient care!

Your Role as Medical Director:

• Provide leadership and mentorship to our veterinary team
• Set the medical vision for the hospital in collaboration with the practice manager
• Medical independence - flexibility in how you practice
• Maintain a high standard of care across all services
• Guide new graduates and support ongoing CE for all doctors
• Estimated Time Allocation: 90% Clinical Practice, 10% Admin & Managing Duties

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive base salary and production bonuses (NO negative accrual)
• Generous sign‑on bonus
• Relocation & retention bonus potential
• Leadership profit‑sharing bonus incentives
• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
• Company‑paid short‑term disability policy
• Plentiful vacation time to support a strong work‑life balance
• Paid sick time & paid holidays
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• Licensure dues/fees & PLIT
• No emergency shifts, no on‑call shifts, no Sundays
• Career advancement with leadership development support

Why Corpus Christi?

Live where others vacation. Enjoy stunning beaches, endless outdoor activities, and a welcoming community – all with the convenience of a mid‑sized city. Corpus Christi offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle with plenty of dining, cultural events, and recreational options just minutes from your doorstep.

Ready to lead the way?

If you’re an experienced veterinarian looking to step into a leadership role where your voice is valued and your impact is tangible, we’d love to meet you. Let’s build the future of Doddridge Animal Clinic—together.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.