Veterinarian Medical Director

Abqpetcarehospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive base salary

Sign-on bonus

Leadership bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits

Generous PTO

CE allowance and CE days

401(k) with company match

Licensure dues/fees & PLIT

No emergency or on-call shifts

Job summary

Abqpetcarehospital in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Veterinarian Medical Director to lead a collaborative team at a multi-doctor practice. This role focuses on clinical responsibilities while also nurturing a positive work culture. The position offers a competitive salary with production bonuses, a sign-on bonus, and numerous benefits including medical, dental, and generous PTO. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a passion for veterinary medicine, particularly in soft tissue surgeries.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced veterinarian with a DVM or equivalent degree.
• Strong interest in soft tissue surgeries preferred.
• Ability to mentor and support a team of veterinarians.

Responsibilities

• Lead hospital operations and team development alongside the Hospital Manager.
• Set and uphold medical standards of care.
• Maintain a strong clinical presence while overseeing administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Soft tissue surgeries

Collaborative teamwork

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Tools

Avimark practice management software

Job description

Veterinarian Medical Director – O’Connor Road Animal Hospital | San Antonio, TX

• Career Advancement
• Collaborative Leadership
• Surgical Opportunity

O’Connor Road Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced veterinarian to step into a Medical Director role at our well‑established, multi‑doctor practice in San Antonio, TX. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a collaborative team while continuing to practice high‑quality medicine in a supportive and well‑equipped environment. We are a busy, full‑service small animal hospital offering primary care, surgeries, and limited urgent care. Our team is passionate about preventative medicine, client education, and delivering excellent patient care.

Your Role as Medical Director:

• Partner closely with the Hospital Manager to lead hospital operations and team development
• Mentor and support a team of 3 full‑time veterinarians
• Set and uphold medical standards of care
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and growth‑oriented culture
• Maintain a strong clinical presence with a strong interest in soft tissue surgeries preferred
• Estimated time allocation: 90% clinical, 10% administrative/leadership responsibilities
• Schedule: 4 days per week and rotating 1/2 Saturdays

About Our Hospital:

• 7 exam rooms, dedicated surgery suite, treatment and isolation areas
• Full dental suite
• In‑house diagnostics (Idexx Catalyst & ProCyte, SNAP testing)
• Digital radiography and dental x‑ray
• Ultrasound capabilities
• Modern anesthesia and patient monitoring equipment
• Established relationships for advanced surgical procedures
• Avimark practice management software

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive base salary and production bonuses
• Sign‑on bonus
• Leadership bonuses
• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
• Generous PTO to support a strong work‑life balance
• CE allowance and CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• Licensure dues/fees & PLIT
• No emergency or on‑call shifts, or Sundays
• Career advancement with leadership development support
• Supportive, collaborative, and experienced support staff

If you’re looking to step into a leadership role where you can make an impact while continuing to grow clinically, we’d love to connect. Apply today!

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