Regional Medical Director: DVM - New Opportunity + Exciting Benefits - Houston, Texas area

Desort; Dallas, Houston, Richmond, Atlanta, Virginia (TX, TX, VA, GA, MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Regional Medical Director to oversee a network of animal hospitals in the Houston area. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to lead and mentor veterinary teams, ensuring the highest standards of care while driving operational success. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a DVM/VMD degree and significant clinical experience. With a flexible compensation package and comprehensive benefits, this role is perfect for those looking to make a lasting impact on animal welfare in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization and take your veterinary career to the next level!

Benefits

Flexible compensation package

Paid travel and housing

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Three weeks of paid time off

Six weeks of paid parental leave

401k match

Paid continuing education days

Discounted veterinary care

Life insurance

Professional liability insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of clinical experience with leadership experience preferred.
• Ability to analyze performance data and implement solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor veterinary teams, ensuring exceptional patient care.
• Collaborate with practice managers to optimize business operations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Job description

Full time Regional Medical Director: DVM - New Opportunity + Exciting Benefits - Houston, Texas area

A prestigious partner hospital is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Medical Director to oversee a portfolio of 20-35 animal hospitals in the Houston, Texas area. This field-based position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with dedicated veterinary teams, ensuring the highest standards of care and driving operational success. The Regional Medical Director will engage with hospitals regularly, supporting medical excellence, mentoring staff, and enhancing patient care across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor veterinary teams, guiding them through challenging cases and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Ensure exceptional patient care by monitoring doctor interactions and medical protocols.
• Assist with resolving staff and client conflicts, promoting effective communication and problem-solving.
• Collaborate with practice managers and regional directors to optimize business operations and enhance the performance of each hospital.
• Conduct quarterly inspections of each practice to maintain high standards.
• Review and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as revenue, visits, and patient outcomes, and recommend improvements.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and support to new graduate veterinarians, ensuring their success and growth.
• Oversee compliance with operational and medical protocols, including licensing requirements and DEA logs.
• Support the region by filling urgent staffing shifts and providing guidance on complex cases.

Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate is an experienced veterinarian with strong leadership skills and a passion for animal welfare. They should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-location environment. Candidates should have:

• A DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution.
• 5+ years of clinical experience, with leadership experience preferred.
• Active veterinary license and DEA in good standing for Texas (or ability to obtain).
• A strong ability to analyze performance data and implement solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with veterinary staff, clients, and leadership.
• The ability to travel regularly within the Houston area and manage a diverse team.

Location & Travel: This is a field-based role located in the Houston, Texas area, requiring weekly travel to multiple animal hospitals in the region. Candidates should be based in or near Houston to facilitate travel logistics.

Benefits:

• Flexible compensation package (Salary or ProSal)
• Paid travel and housing
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Vision, and Dental)
• Three (3) weeks of paid time off (PTO)
• Six (6) weeks of paid parental leave
• One (1) work/life balance day off annually
• 401k match
• Paid continuing education days and generous CE allowance
• Paid state licensing fees, AVMA, and state professional dues
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional liability insurance (PLIT)
• Discounted veterinary care
• Ongoing mentorship opportunities
• Access to a company-wide DVM-only messaging platform for sharing cases and ideas

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a resume and complete the online application. For more information or to submit inquiries, please reach out to Sam Ortiz, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Equal Opportunity Employer: The clinic is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Take the next step in your veterinary career and join a leading partner hospital—apply today to make a lasting impact on the care of pets and the Houston community!