Veterinarian Medical Director

Job Type: Veterinarian
- General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Managing Veterinarian
- South Belt Animal Hospital
- Houston, TX
Lead with Purpose Medical Independence Generous Sign-On Bonus

Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career and lead a dedicated, compassionate team? South Belt Animal Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a Managing Veterinarian to guide our growing practice while continuing to deliver exceptional medical care to the pets in our community.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a hospital that functions as a blank slate—ready for your vision, leadership, and medical guidance to take root. Whether it's elevating clinical standards, shaping workflows, or building a culture of excellence, you’ll have the support and independence to make a lasting impact. This is a unique opportunity for a doctor who enjoys building, collaborating, and making a meaningful impact.

With new Hospital Management leadership in place and strong support from the broader network, the practice prioritizes a positive, team-driven culture and elevating patient care.

As our Managing DVM, you’ll split your time between clinical duties and leadership responsibilities (
about 90% clinical and 10% admin
), helping to shape the hospital’s future while mentoring a team that shares your commitment to quality and compassion.

About Our Hospital:

South Belt Animal Hospital provides full-service care including wellness exams, diagnostics, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, and in-house lab testing. We are equipped to support high-quality medicine and a great client experience.

• 4 exam rooms
• Fully equipped surgical suite with cautery unit
• Digital radiography
• Cold laser therapy
• IDEXX in-house lab
• Flexible scheduling:
  No on-call, overnights, or Sundays

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong clinician with a passion for mentorship and leadership
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with staff and clients
• Strategic thinking to support hospital operations and drive medical excellence

Compensation

• Competitive base salary and production bonuses - NO negative accrual
• 22%+ starting production payout
• Compensation packages are tailored to align with each candidate's education, experience, clinical interests, and goals.
  If your expectations differ, apply and we'll discuss options!
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Leadership profit sharing incentives
• Medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits
• Company-paid short-term disability policy
• Plentiful vacation time to support a strong work-life balance
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• Relocation and retention bonus potential
• Career advancement with leadership development support

Why South Houston?
South Belt Animal Hospital sits in the heart of South Houston’s family-friendly suburbs, near the Sagemont and South Belt/Ellington neighborhoods. This area offers a great mix of established communities, local parks, top-rated schools, and quick access to Pearland, Clear Lake, and downtown Houston.

Enjoy the convenience of suburban living with urban amenities nearby: excellent dining, shopping, and entertainment are just minutes away. Outdoor lovers appreciate the area's green spaces, including Clear Creek, Armand Bayou Nature Center, and nearby Galveston Bay. The area’s affordability and easy access to major highways (I-45 and Beltway
8) make it a great place to settle down, raise a family, or enjoy a comfortable lifestyle outside the city bustle.

Join Us:

If you’re a veterinarian who wants to combine excellent medicine with strong leadership, we’d love to hear from you. Join South Belt Animal Hospital and help shape the future of veterinary care in South Houston.