Multi-Practice Veterinarian, Medical Director

American College of Health Care Administrators; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Multi-Site Medical Director, Veterinarian in Austin, Texas, to lead positive change and growth across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a DVM/VMD degree, a strong leadership background, and a passion for excellent patient and client care. Join a supportive environment that values work-life balance and provides comprehensive benefits including competitive compensation, medical director stipends, and support for continued professional development.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical Director Stipends

Relocation Allowance

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

Paid parental and purr-ental leave

Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care

401(k) match

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Student loan management tools and assistance

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine required with state licensing in good standing.
• Active DEA license or eligible is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Drive positive changes and growth to enhance patient care.
• Partner with managers to develop strategies and implement improvements.
• Mentor and support veterinary staff in achieving excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Strategic Development

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Job description

Multi-Site Medical Director, Veterinarian

Austin, Texas

Full-time

About You

As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive changes and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an exceptional culture, and maintain high standards of care. Partnering with the practice manager and leadership team, you'll develop strategies, implement improvements, and guide our hospital towards excellence in patient and client care, while supporting staff development.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Our Austin team is looking for a Multi-site Medical Director, Veterinarian, to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a, Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

About Our Hospitals

Thrive East Austin, Thrive South Lamar, and Thrive Manchaca are each small animal practices located in Austin, Texas, providing high-quality, dedicated care for every patient.

Our hospitals have collaborative teams and are committed to a positive work environment. We take pride in providing compassionate care and upholding the highest standards of medical excellence. Join our tenured team of doctors, nursing staff and compassionate team members to ensure your clients and patients are getting the best in veterinary medicine care.

Thrive Manchaca serving South Austin, Kyle, Buda, Circle C Ranch, Tanglewood, Westwood Heights

Thrive South Lamar serving Travis Heights, Galindo, South Lamar, Bouldin Creek, Zilker

Thrive East Austin serves East Austin, Rosewood, Rainey Street, Upper Boggy Creek, and Pleasant Valley.

Life in Austin, TX

Discover life in Austin, the Live Music Capital of the World.

Enjoy a vibrant mix of music, culture, and culinary delights, with festivals, concerts, and outdoor activities year-round. Austin offers a unique blend of ambition, creativity, and opportunity in the scenic Texas Hill Country.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

Support and mentor veterinarians at your hospital toward achieving medical excellence and enhancing patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with practice managers and hospital leadership. With our comprehensive support, you'll be empowered to perform at your best. Utilize leadership training resources and mentorship programs to develop your skills and advance your career.

The success of your patients' care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

Benefits - our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members' emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical Director Stipends
• Relocation Allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive's Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey, whether you're a vet technician, doctor, or in hospital leadership, at any point in your career.

Plus, we have an innovative Medical Leadership Program that equips you with essential skills in leadership, hospital operations, and medical excellence. It combines self-paced learning, live presentations, and mentorship. With on-demand support and 1:1 mentor buddy, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us at [e-mail].

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and our locally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.