Lead Veterinarian - Small or Mixed Animal

Community Veterinary Partners; New Caney (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $50k sign-on bonus

Generous PTO

Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision

Job summary

Community Veterinary Partners is searching for a Medical Director at Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic in New Caney, Texas. Join a well-established practice where you can lead with autonomy and mentor a dedicated team. Your expertise will help shape the hospital's culture and provide high-quality care to a loyal client base.

The position offers a full-time schedule, comprehensive benefits, and significant leadership development opportunities. Embrace the chance to make impactful contributions in a supportive environment, while enjoying the vibrant life in New Caney.

Qualifications

• Must have a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree.
• Strong leadership skills to mentor and guide a team.
• Experience in small or mixed animal practice required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a community-rooted veterinary practice.
• Mentor and support other veterinarians in their roles.
• Ensure high-quality medical care for patients.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Leadership

Surgery

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Tools

In-house laboratory testing

Radiology

Ultrasonography

Job description

Make more meaningful moments with us at Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic in New Caney!

Medical Director | Lead Associate Veterinarian

Small or Mixed Animal | General Practice + Surgery

Full Time | M-F only, No On Call

Leadership Incentives | Up to $50k Sign On Bonus available

New Caney, TX

At Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic in New Caney, you'll have the opportunity to lead a well‑established, community‑rooted practice that has been caring for pets and livestock since 2004. This is more than a Medical Director role, it's a chance to shape the future of a hospital with a loyal client base, an experienced support team, and the autonomy to practice medicine your way while building a culture that reflects your leadership style.

As Medical Director, you'll continue practicing high‑quality medicine while mentoring doctors, collaborating with hospital leadership, and helping guide the continued growth of a trusted neighborhood practice. Backed by the support of the Big Thicket Cleveland location, you'll have the resources, mentorship, and operational partnership to focus on what matters most: your team, your patients, and your community.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Lead with Autonomy: Shape medical standards, mentor your team, and influence the future of the hospital.
• Established Community Trust: Since 2004, Big Thicket has built strong client loyalty by delivering compassionate, dependable care to the New Caney and Cleveland communities.
• Supportive, Team‑Oriented Culture: Lead a team known for being fun, caring, and trustworthy that show up each day ready to give it their all.
• Weekday Schedule: The New Caney location is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:30 PM, offering a schedule that supports better balance outside the hospital.
• Tools to practice great medicine: Work with access to in‑house laboratory testing, radiology, ultrasonography, dentistry, and surgery, giving you the tools to confidently manage a diverse caseload.

Life in New Caney, TX

New Caney offers a quieter, more relaxed pace of life while keeping you within reach of the greater Houston area. With access to outdoor recreation, growing communities, and all the conveniences of nearby city life, it’s a great place for a veterinarian who wants meaningful work in a welcoming community without giving up access to bigger‑city amenities.

The Big Thicket Veterinary Clinic + CVP Difference

We’re Part Of The Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) Fam — a Veterinarian‑led Network That Believes In Freedom, Support, And Growth. That Means:

• Leadership Development That Moves You Forward: Whether you’re stepping into your first leadership role or bringing years of experience, you’ll have access to structured leadership development, mentorship, and our vetFWD Excel pathway designed specifically for doctors leading hospitals.
• Creative Compensation Packages: Compensation options crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations and never include negative accrual.
• Expansive Network: Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 150+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision + 24/7 Mental Health Support – Because you deserve to be taken care of, too.
• Clinical Autonomy: Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team that has your back.

And through CVP’s shared value: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

Other Benefits Of Our Community

• Sign on bonus + Relocation assistance available.
• Annual Leadership Stipend and performance incentives
• No Negative Accrual EVER + Monthly production reset and payout
• Generous PTO + 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE
• We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, VIN, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
• 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities
• Pet care discounts + most IDEXX labs at no cost
• Team recognition and incentive programs that celebrate all hospital team members monthly

Ready to Lead Something Meaningful?

If you’re looking for the opportunity to influence hospital culture, mentor other veterinarians, build lasting client relationships, and practice medicine with the support of an integrated community, we’d love to connect.

Whether Big Thicket is the perfect fit or another one of our 150+ hospitals better aligns with your goals, let’s talk about what’s most important to you and build a career that creates more meaningful moments between pets and people.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.