Medical Director Veterinarian

Global Talent Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 114,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Relocation assistance available

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Continuing education allowance

Dedicated CE days

Professional liability coverage

DEA registration fees covered

Short‑term disability insurance

Long‑term disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee pet care discounts

Leadership development resources

Mentorship and professional support

Job summary

Global Talent Partners in Houston, TX is seeking a Medical Director Veterinarian to lead a AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital. The role blends hands-on medicine with strategic leadership, medical standards, and team mentorship.

You will maintain high medical quality, oversee clinical protocols, support AAHA adherence, and mentor veterinarians and technicians while delivering preventative and surgical care to a loyal client base in Cinco Ranch.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across the veterinary team
• Establish, review and maintain high medical standards
• Support continued adherence to AAHA standards
• Champion evidence‑based, compassionate veterinary medicine
• Maintain an active companion‑animal caseload
• Deliver comprehensive preventative and general medicine
• Perform routine and general soft‑tissue surgery
• Provide comprehensive dental care
• Utilize digital and dental radiography
• Utilize ultrasound and in‑house laboratory diagnostics
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Mentor and develop fellow veterinarians
• Support the development of technicians and assistants; encourage collaborative case discussion and shared learning
• Lead medical quality and continuous‑improvement initiatives
• Conduct appropriate case reviews and protocol updates
• Partner with hospital management on scheduling and workflow
• Support inventory oversight and efficient use of clinical resources
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding
• Provide constructive performance feedback and clinical coaching
• Ensure accurate and thorough medical records
• Support regulatory and controlled‑substance compliance
• Engage with local rescue partners and community initiatives
• Foster a positive, accountable and learning‑focused hospital culture

Job description

Medical Director Veterinarian

J925957 Houston Texas USD190K/ Year

An excellent opportunity is available for a Medical Director Veterinarian in Cinco Ranch, TX.

Lead an established AAHA-accredited companion-animal hospital where you can shape clinical standards, mentor and develop the veterinary team, and remain actively involved in hands‑on medicine.

This position combines clinical practice with meaningful leadership responsibility, providing the opportunity to influence medical quality, team development and the continued growth of a well‑supported hospital serving an established community.

The Hospital

This AAHA-accredited, full‑service small‑animal hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical and dental care within a collaborative, client‑focused environment.

Veterinarians are supported by an experienced team of veterinary technicians, assistants and client‑care professionals, while strong in‑house diagnostic and treatment capabilities allow a broad range of cases to be managed efficiently.

Clinical services, equipment and capabilities include:

• Comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine
• Internal medicine and diagnostic workups
• Sick‑patient appointments
• Comprehensive dentistry and oral healthcare
• Dental radiography
• Routine and general soft‑tissue surgery
• Dedicated surgical suite
• Digital diagnostic radiography
• Diagnostic ultrasound
• In‑house laboratory testing
• In‑house pharmacy
• Hospitalization capabilities
• Anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Multimodal pain management
• Wellness and preventative‑care plans
• Boarding services
• Grooming services
• Experienced veterinary technician and assistant support
• Dedicated client‑care professionals
• Established medical protocols
• Collaborative case management
• Continued professional development
• Partnerships with local rescue organizations

The combination of imaging, laboratory diagnostics, dentistry and surgical facilities provides veterinarians with the resources needed to deliver comprehensive care while maintaining strong continuity between diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up.

The Role

As Medical Director, you will combine an active clinical caseload with responsibility for medical standards, mentorship and the continued development of the hospital.

• Provide clinical leadership across the veterinary team
• Establish, review and maintain high medical standards
• Support continued adherence to AAHA standards
• Champion evidence‑based, compassionate veterinary medicine
• Maintain an active companion‑animal caseload
• Deliver comprehensive preventative and general medicine
• Perform routine and general soft‑tissue surgery
• Provide comprehensive dental care
• Utilize digital and dental radiography
• Utilize ultrasound and in‑house laboratory diagnostics
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Mentor and develop fellow veterinarians
• Support the development of technicians and assistantsEncourage collaborative case discussion and shared learning
• Lead medical quality and continuous‑improvement initiatives
• Conduct appropriate case reviews and protocol updates
• Partner with hospital management on scheduling and workflow
• Support inventory oversight and efficient use of clinical resources
• Participate in recruitment and onboarding
• Provide constructive performance feedback and clinical coaching
• Ensure accurate and thorough medical records
• Support regulatory and controlled‑substance compliance
• Engage with local rescue partners and community initiatives
• Foster a positive, accountable and learning‑focused hospital culture

This is an opportunity to have a meaningful influence on clinical quality, team development and hospital growth while continuing to maintain direct relationships with patients and clients.

Benefits

• Compensation up to $190,000
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Continuing education allowance
• Dedicated paid CE days
• Texas veterinary license fees covered
• DEA registration fees covered
• Professional liability coverage
• Short‑term disability insurance
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee pet care discounts
• Relocation assistance available
• Leadership development resources
• Mentorship and professional support
• Continued clinical and professional development

Cinco Ranch, TX

Cinco Ranch offers an attractive combination of master‑planned suburban living, extensive recreation and convenient access to the wider Houston metropolitan area. The community is known for its lakes, parks, walking and cycling trails, pools and recreational facilities, creating plenty of opportunities to enjoy time outside of work.

Nearby LaCenterra at Cinco Ranch provides a convenient hub for restaurants, shopping and community events, while golf courses, parks and other recreational amenities are readily accessible throughout the Katy area. The community also benefits from access to the well‑regulated Katy Independent School District.

Located in west Houston with connections to I‑10 and the Grand Parkway, Cinco Ranch provides convenient access to major employment centers, including the Energy Corridor, while keeping the amenities of Houston within reach. For veterinarians looking to combine a senior leadership position with an established suburban community, Cinco Ranch provides an appealing place to build long‑term roots.

Benefits

Competitive Salary , Paid Vacations , Dental Insurance , Professional Development Assistance , Relocation assistance , Non‑compete , Fear Free Practice , Production % bonus , 401k