Veterinarian, Medical Director
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Job summary
Austin Pet and Exotic Hospital in North Austin, Texas, seeks a Veterinarian Medical Director to lead our veterinary team within the Thrive Pet Healthcare family. You will shape medical strategy, mentor veterinarians, and partner with the practice manager to elevate patient and client care.
This role offers a competitive base salary with production-based incentives, relocation assistance, comprehensive benefits, and access to Thrive’s leadership development resources to advance your career.
Qualifications
- DVM required; licensed to practice in TX or eligible for licensure.
- Active DEA license or eligibility.
- Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities to guide a veterinary team.
Responsibilities
- Lead the hospital as Veterinarian Medical Director within Thrive Pet Healthcare.
- Develop medical strategies in partnership with the practice manager and leadership team.
- Elevate patient and client care while supporting staff development.
Skills
Education
Job description
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.
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.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
- State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state where they intend to be hired, before their start date.
- An active DEA license or DEA licensure is eligible.
Austin Pet and Exotic Hospital is seeking a Veterinarian Medical Director to lead 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.
Austin Pet and Exotic Hospital is a new, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital in North Austin, Texas, specializing in exotic pets, birds, dogs, and cats. After over 35 years of service to our community, we recently transitioned into our new hospital, designed to support exceptional care and comfort for our patients and team.
Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality veterinary care throughout every stage of life. We’re more than just a hospital; we’re a supportive community of veterinary professionals committed to advancing your career and empowering your success with the tools, training, and collaboration you need.
Our experienced team—comprising licensed veterinarians, skilled technicians, and dedicated support staff—prioritizes exceptional patient care and client service. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where continuous learning, mentorship, and professional growth are encouraged. Committed to innovation, we regularly evaluate and integrate new technologies, products, and equipment to ensure we deliver the highest standard of care.
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Join our dedicated team of veterinarians, nurses, and support staff as we deliver the very best veterinary medicine. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our clients and their beloved pets.
Providing services for: Exotic Pets, Birds, Small Mammals, Reptiles plus Dogs and Cats.
We are open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturdays, 8:00 am to 12:00 noon.
Serving Brentwood, Allandale, Rosedale, and North Austin.
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.
Your success in caring for your patients 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.
- Competitive compensation
- Medical Director Stipend
- 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.
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.
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