Lead Veterinarian

Lead Veterinarian at Mayde Creek Animal Health Center summary:

Lead Veterinarian (Medical Lead) role overseeing clinical quality and mentoring associate veterinarians at a small-animal urgent care hospital in Katy, TX. Responsibilities include leading clinical standards, coaching staff, partnering on hospital financial/operational goals, regulatory compliance, community outreach, and practicing medicine with production targets. Requires DVM, state license, ≥2 years clinical experience, leadership skills, and offers comprehensive benefits, CE, and network support through Mission Pet Health.

Mayde Creek Animal Health Center invites you to become part of a deeply respected practice dedicated to outstanding small animal and urgent care medicine in Katy, TX. The trust we have earned from our clients is reflected in our exceptional 4.7-star Google rating, demonstrating our commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate service within the community. We are looking for highly motivated veterinary professionals who share our passion for high-quality patient care and who are ready to do their best work alongside dedicated colleagues.

This is a crucial opportunity for you to influence patient outcomes and expand your career in a dynamic environment.

Joining Mayde Creek means becoming a teammate in a supportive network that prioritizes your professional growth from day one. We believe the best veterinary care starts with empowered teammates, which is why we foster a culture rooted in education and mentorship. We have programs designed specifically to help you succeed, whether your goal is becoming a credentialed technician, mastering advanced surgical skills, or moving into a future leadership position.

We provide access to resources and training that ensure all teammates have a clear pathway to achieving their career goals and reaching their fullest potential in veterinary medicine.

The medicine practiced at Mayde Creek Animal Health Center is advanced, focused specifically on small animal health and urgent needs.

Our commitment to complex care means we dedicate the necessary resources to ensure you can deliver the highest standard of treatment. As part of our network, you will have access to internal specialty consultations and educational tools that support complex case management. This focus on strong clinical quality ensures that you have the robust support required to manage challenging urgent care cases and consistently deliver excellent outcomes for our patients.

Located in Katy, TX, a premier suburb of Houston, this area offers an appealing blend of suburban calm and metropolitan access. Katy is celebrated for its excellent school districts and vibrant community atmosphere, making it an ideal place to establish roots. You will find ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation, from local parks and trails to diverse dining and entertainment options.

If you are seeking a location that offers professional fulfillment combined with an outstanding quality of life outside the clinic, Katy, TX, is a perfect place to build your future.

As the Medical Lead Veterinarian, you are the champion of medical excellence in your hospital. You will be responsible for mentoring and developing your associate veterinarians, partnering with your Practice Manager to build a healthy and engaged team, and driving the continuous improvement of patient care and client service. This is a key leadership role where you will set the standard for clinical quality and foster a culture of collaboration and growth.

• Lead and Mentor Your DVM Team: You will manage all associate veterinarians, conducting regular performance discussions, coaching them on individual development goals (including production and PCT), and fostering a culture of teamwork and retention.
• Role Model Medical Excellence: You will set the example for the highest quality of medicine, client service, and efficiency, while also practicing as an associate veterinarian and achieving your own production goals.
• Drive Hospital Performance: In partnership with your Practice Manager, you will help develop the annual operating…