Veterinarian Medical Director | San Antonio, TX | $160K–$175K + Production - 01

Veterinarian Medical Director | San Antonio, TX | Base + Production + Leadership Stipend Growing Small Animal GP | No Negative Accrual | Mentorship + Leadership | Shape the Future of the Hospital The Opportunity A growing small animal general practice in San Antonio, TX is seeking a full-time Veterinarian Medical Director to serve as the clinical and cultural leader of the hospital. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a veterinarian who wants to continue practicing medicine while having a meaningful voice in how a hospital grows, develops its team, and delivers patient care. You'll partner closely with the Practice Manager and hospital leadership to guide medical standards, mentor veterinarians, strengthen culture, and help drive the continued clinical and operational growth of the practice. The Leadership Opportunity This isn't simply a Medical Director title added to a full clinical schedule. The Medical Director will play an important role in shaping the future of a developing hospital and supporting veterinarians at varying stages of their careers. Your leadership responsibilities will include: • Establishing and maintaining high standards of medical care • Mentoring and supporting Associate Veterinarians • Helping develop a strong, collaborative hospital culture • Partnering with the Practice Manager on hospital priorities • Supporting clinical and operational growth • Helping identify and implement improvements • Supporting professional development of the veterinary team • Leading by example through active clinical practice • Helping the hospital continue building its presence and client base This is an opportunity to have genuine influence over the direction of the hospital rather than stepping into a highly established environment where everything has already been determined. The Hospital The practice provides comprehensive small animal general medicine with an emphasis on: • Preventive and wellness care • Sick-patient medicine • Vaccinations • Diagnostics • Soft-tissue surgery • Client education • Long-term patient relationships The hospital is modern and well equipped, with an established support team and a growing client base. Culture & Team One of the more compelling aspects of this opportunity is the existing hospital culture. The practice describes its environment as calm, collaborative, and low turnover, with strong staff retention and an experienced team. The next Medical Director will have the opportunity to build on that foundation while helping develop the hospital as it continues to grow. The ideal leader will value: • Collaboration • Mentorship • Adaptability • Strong communication • Team development • Medical quality • Positive workplace culture • Sustainable hospital growth Compensation & Leadership Incentives The compensation structure includes: • Competitive base salary • Quarterly production compensation • Medical Director stipend • No negative accrual • Comprehensive health benefits • 401(k) with employer match • Continuing education resources • Student loan support resources • Leadership development and mentorship The combination of salary, quarterly production, and a separate Medical Director stipend gives the veterinarian multiple components to overall compensation. Schedule • Full-time position • Primarily daytime hospital hours • Weekday and Saturday hospital operations The source does not specify how frequently the Medical Director personally works Saturdays, so I would leave the individual weekend rotation open for discussion rather than promise a particular schedule. Who We're Looking For • DVM, VMD, or equivalent degree • Texas veterinary license or ability to obtain one before starting • Active DEA license or eligibility • Strong small animal general practice skills • Interest in veterinary leadership and mentorship • Ability to coach and support veterinarians with varying levels of experience • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Collaborative leadership style • Interest in hospital growth and development • Commitment to high-quality medicine and patient care The Ideal Veterinarian This could be particularly attractive to an experienced veterinarian who wants more influence over the clinical environment around them. You may already be the veterinarian colleagues turn to for difficult cases. You may enjoy mentoring newer doctors, helping improve workflows, or contributing ideas about how your hospital could operate more effectively. If you're ready to combine those strengths with formal leadership responsibilities, this position provides an opportunity to do that while continuing to practice medicine. Professional & Leadership Development You'll have access to resources designed to support continued development as both a veterinarian and a leader. That includes: • Leadership training • Mentorship • Continuing veterinary education • Professional development • Clinical resources • Broader operational support The goal is to give the Medical Director the support needed to lead effectively without expecting one person to handle every aspect of hospital operations independently. Benefits & Professional Support Eligible full-time team members have access to: • Comprehensive health benefits • Health and life insurance • Short- and long-term disability • 401(k) with employer match • Mental health and wellness resources • Paid parental leave • Childcare and elder-care support • Family-planning resources • Continuing education • Veterinary-service and pet-care discounts • Student loan management resources Why Consider This Opportunity This is an opportunity to take ownership of the medical direction and culture of a growing hospital without giving up the clinical work you enjoy. You'll inherit a collaborative, low-turnover team and growing client base while having the opportunity to mentor veterinarians, influence medical standards, strengthen hospital culture, and help shape the practice's next stage of growth.