Medical Director - Veterinarian

North Houston Vet Ophthalmology and Animal Eye Medical & Surgical Specialists; Monrovia (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Retention bonus

401k with company match

CE allowance

Job summary

North Houston Vet Ophthalmology and Animal Eye Medical & Surgical Specialists seeks a Medical Director to lead clinical excellence, mentor associate doctors, and uphold high-quality patient care. The MD balances hands-on care with leadership responsibilities, guiding medical quality and supporting team growth.

In alignment with AmeriVet's strategic vision, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations, partners with the Practice Manager, and drives performance metrics and business

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinarian with DVM degree and state licensure.
• Proven ability to lead clinical teams and set medical quality standards.
• Experience mentoring veterinarians and managing hospital operations.

Responsibilities

• Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice.
• Lead regular doctor meetings and coordinate hospital priorities.
• Mentor and manage veterinarians to ensure clinical proficiency.
• Collaborate with Practice Manager on scheduling, culture, and operations.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical oversight

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Tools

Medical records management

Practice management software

Job description

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice type: General Practice
• Avg. daily patient volume: [16 + /day]
• Support staff ratio: [3 : 1]
• Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, sick pets
• Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, digital dental, laser therapy
• Building: 3800 sf, 6 exam rooms
• Team culture: Collaborative, strong team culture

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

• We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
• $180k - $200k annual salary + production bonus
• Medical Director stipend
• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program - earn annual bonuses based on your production
• No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
• Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
• Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
• Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
• Sign on and Retention bonuses available
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match

Position Summary:

The Medical Director (MD) serves as the clinical leader and medical voice of the practice, setting the standard for excellence in medical quality, exceptional patient care, positive client experiences, and a collaborative, high-performing team culture. As a trusted veterinarian within the community, the MD leads by example-delivering high quality medicine, mentoring and developing associate doctors, and fostering an environment where quality, compassion, and teamwork thrive.

In alignment with AmeriVet's strategic vision for veterinary excellence, the MD balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, spending most of their time providing direct patient care while also guiding medical quality and supporting the professional growth of the veterinary team. In close partnership with the Practice Manager, the MD provides medical oversight of hospital operations and care delivery to ensure consistently exceptional outcomes for patients, clients, and team members, and achievement of performance metrics and business goals.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors within the practice.

Responsibilities & Objectives:

• Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards for the practice , exemplifying excellence and delivering high-quality care in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.
• Foster and sustain a positive, collaborative hospital culture in which:
• Patient care and safety always come first
• Team members are empowered to share their voice, solve problems, and contribute ideas
• The team works together to achieve hospital goals and deliver exceptional client and patient experiences
• Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians , ensuring they:
• Achieve and maintain clinical proficiency in medical and surgical care
• Demonstrate excellent client communication and education
• Complete thorough, timely, and accurate medical records
• Ensure appropriate and compliant charging for services and products
• Lead by example in supporting a positive hospital culture
• Receive regular coaching, feedback, performance reviews, and accountability as needed
• Drive continuous improvement in medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review, thoughtful use of clinical insights, and professional judgment.
• Evaluate, develop, and continuously improve clinical competency across the veterinary team , including doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians, through direct observation, coaching, case discussions, and periodic medical record reviews to elevate medical quality and consistency of care.
• Organize and lead regular doctor meetings to align medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.
• Partner closely with the Practice Manager to :
• Meet regularly to align on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, and medical and operational priorities
• Align hospital scheduling and clinical workflows to optimize team utilization, ensuring team members work at the top of their training and licensure in support of high-quality, efficient, and patient-centered care.
• Assess and manage the hospital inventory to ensure appropriate product availability and cost control
• Provide coaching and feedback to the veterinary team
• Plan and participate in hospital-wide meetings
• Support strategic in