Medical Director

Animal Healthcare of Texas, P.C.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health/dental/vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Continuing Education allowance

Job summary

VCA Kingwood Animal Hospital is seeking a Medical Director to lead medical direction and oversee quality of care. You will drive clinical excellence and shape the hospital’s medical policies with strong backing from a nationwide support network.

You will be empowered to own the medical strategy, mentor associates, and advance patient care while maintaining a healthy work-life balance in a dynamic Kingwood community.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Establish medical direction and quality standards for the hospital.
• Lead clinical teams and maintain world-class medicine.
• Collaborate with Operations, Marketing, HR and Payroll to support success.

Skills

Teaching others

Team collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Texas licensure in good standing

Job description

Join us as an Medical Director at VCA Kingwood Animal Hospital and 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. A Medical Director at VCA is a job that gives you autonomy, ownership, and career growth. It allows you to share in the success of the hospital. This is an outstanding opportunity to continue practicing medicine while establishing the direction and medical quality of the hospital like an owner would, but without the financial risks. You'll have the solid backing of experts in Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Payroll, and more, to help you succeed.

Why join the team

• AAHA accredited hospital with three seasoned veterinarians, each with 20+ years of experience!
• Our hospital is equipped with the latest veterinary technology and services, including digital radiology, ultrasound, therapeutic laser, surgical laser, and soft tissue surgery
• We are committed to using fear-free techniques when possible
• We offer a great culture with a supportive and collaborative approach
• Known as the 'Liveable Forest', Kingwood is a beautiful master-planned community offering the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern convenience
• With over 75 miles of greenbelt trails, scenic parks, and access to Lake Houston, the area is ideal for anyone who enjoys an active lifestyle!

Schedule

• Full-Time schedule
• Our hospital is open 6 days a week, Monday - Friday 7:00am to 7:00pm and Saturday 8:00am to 2:00pm.
• Our veterinarians are currently averaging 34 hours a week of appointment time, with a set day off during the week and rotating Saturday shifts. No on-call time. Emergency, Urgent Care, and Specialty/Referral Hospitals are nearby. Our goal is to find a great work-life balance!

Cases

Our practice focuses on providing comprehensive care for cats and dogs

Mixture of wellness and sick patients

Who 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

Compensation

• Salary is negotiable based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities and other relevant credentials.
• Sign-on/relocation/longevity bonuses available.
• 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)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• 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

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas state, 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: Hospital Website

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

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).

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.