Medical Director

Texas Veterinary Medical Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Director stipend

Annual bonus eligibility

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid leave

Continuing Education allowance

WOOF University CE

Job summary

VCA Spring Branch Animal Hospital in Houston, TX, is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical excellence, oversee medical quality, and shape the direction of the hospital. You will be backed by state-of-the-art technology, a supportive team, and a culture focused on fear-free care.

The role offers a full-time schedule, competitive compensation with stipends and annual bonus eligibility, extensive benefits, and opportunities for continuing education through WOOF University and clinical studies.

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent.
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas, or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Responsibilities

• Establish medical direction and quality for the hospital.
• Lead and collaborate with Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more.
• Deliver world-class veterinary medicine while fostering a collaborative, teaching-focused team environment

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensure in Texas

Commitment to high standards of veterinary ethics

Job description

Join us as an Medical Director at VCA Spring Branch Animal Hospital. You’ll quickly discover that you’re well supported by world‑class medicine, technology, facilities, and a talented team. You’ll be empowered to do your best work with a team you can count on. At VCA, the future of veterinary medicine is in our hands.

Why join the team

As a Medical Director, practice medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital
Support provided in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more

AAHA-accredited hospital has been serving the Spring Branch community since 1964!

Equipped with thelatest veterinary technology, including digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house labs & pharmacy, routine surgery, cold laser therapy, ultrasound, and more!
We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach

Schedule

• Current hospital hours: Monday - Friday from 7:00am - 7:00pm & Saturday 8:00am - 4:00pm
• Full-time schedule: (4) days a week with rotating Saturdays
  

Cases

• Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for dogs, cats, and exotics
• Routine wellness to involved medical cases
  

Who do we look for

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive for a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and Associate relationships built on trust

Total Rewards

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full‑time employees will be rewarded with a comprehensive package, including:

Compensation

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials
• Medical Director stipend (paid biweekly) and Medical Director annual bonus
• This position may also be eligible for other variable pay programs
  

Health & Well-being

• Innovative Associate health and well‑being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with companymatch
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
  

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
  

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Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas, or the ability to obtain
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics
  

About VCA

VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world‑class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually.
Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forward and make a lasting impact on our shared future.
VCA is part of the Mars Veterinary Health family of brands, working towards A Better World for Pets.

Learn more at www.vca.com or find us on social media.

Learn more about the hospital here: VCA Spring Branch Animal Hospital

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com