Veterinary Medical Director: Lead Clinical Excellence

Global Talent Partners; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 126,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership stipend eligibility

Flexible scheduling

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company +

Paid time off

Relocation assistance for qualified

Continuing education allowance

DEA registration reimbursement

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Medical Director in Houston, TX to lead an AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital, blending hands-on medicine with strategic leadership. You will shape clinical quality, mentor veterinarians, and drive hospital culture while maintaining direct patient care.

The role offers collaboration with a robust support structure and opportunities to advance medical standards, patient care pathways and staff development in a dynamic,-resourced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across the veterinary team
• Maintain and advance AAHA-level medical standards
• Establish, review and maintain clinical protocols
• Champion evidence-based, compassionate veterinary medicine
• Mentor and develop fellow veterinarians
• Support the continued development of the wider clinical team
• Encourage collaborative case discussion and shared learning
• Oversee clinical quality and quality-assurance initiatives
• Lead appropriate case-review processes
• Maintain an active small-animal clinical caseload
• Deliver comprehensive wellness and preventative medicine
• Diagnose and manage internal-medicine cases
• Perform routine and general soft-tissue surgery
• Provide appropriate dental care
• Utilize digital radiography, ultrasound and in-house laboratory diagnostics
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Partner with practice management on workflow and scheduling
• Support resource planning and hospital efficiency
• Build strong client relationships through clear communication and follow-up
• Support community outreach and relationships with local rescue organizations
• Foster a positive, accountable and learning-focused hospital culture

Job description

Global Talent Partners is seeking a Medical Director in Houston, TX to lead an AAHA-accredited small-animal hospital, blending hands-on medicine with strategic leadership. You will shape clinical quality, mentor veterinarians, and drive hospital culture while maintaining direct patient care.

The role offers collaboration with a robust support structure and opportunities to advance medical standards, patient care pathways and staff development in a dynamic,-resourced environment.