Veterinarian, Medical Director

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Veterinarian, Medical Director

Full Time

Thrive Manchaca

As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change 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 in which they intend to be hired, before their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

Thrive Manchaca is looking for a Veterinarian, Medical Director to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

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.

Thrive Manchaca is a small animal practice located in Austin, Texas, providing high-quality, dedicated care for every patient. Our hospital has a collaborative team and is 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.

We are open Monday - Saturday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Serving South Austin, Kyle, Buda, Circle C Ranch, Tanglewood, and Westwood Heights.

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.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical Director Stipend
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 4 weeks PTO
• Moving Allowance
• 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

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 buddies, we ensure our medical leaders have the support they need to excel.

To learn more about this fantastic opportunity, please apply today or contact us at

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 #We Thrive Together . 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.