Area Medical Lead

Join Our Team as a Regional Medical Director

We are looking for a Regional Medical Director (RMD) to enhance our veterinary hospitals in the Austin region. This position is ideal for a veterinarian who is passionate about mentoring fellow doctors, fostering strong hospital teams, and driving practice growth while upholding high standards of medical care.

In the capacity of Regional Medical Director, you will act as a clinical ally to our veterinarians and hospitals, collaborating with local teams and partnering with a Regional Operations Director to ensure that medical leadership aligns with the success of our hospitals. This role combines mentorship, teamwork, and strategic guidance—ensuring that veterinarians feel supported, hospitals are well-equipped, and patients receive top-notch care.

Your Responsibilities

• Support and Develop Veterinarians: Collaborate with DVMs throughout the region to facilitate their professional development through mentorship, coaching, and tailored development plans. Conduct evaluations and enhance medical, surgical, and communication skills.

• Enhance Hospital Collaboration: Regularly engage with hospital teams to exchange best practices, promote workflow enhancements, and ensure that veterinarians have the clinical resources necessary to serve their communities effectively.

• Recruit and Cultivate Veterinary Talent: Assist in attracting and onboarding exceptional veterinarians to the region. Support the mentorship and integration of new doctors to ensure their long-term success and engagement.

• Partner for Hospital Success: Collaborate closely with your Regional Operations Director to assist hospital leaders with scheduling, equipment investments, and aligning medical initiatives with hospital growth.

• Support Growth in the Houston Market: Aid hospitals in expanding services, enhancing medical capabilities, and promoting thoughtful regional growth while maintaining high-quality medical standards.

• Build the Future Veterinary Workforce: Support externship and internship initiatives and represent our organization within the veterinary community to help cultivate our future talent pipeline.

Success in Your First Year

First 90 Days: Establish relationships with veterinarians and hospital teams while assessing the strengths and opportunities of each facility in the region.

3–6 Months: Initiate regular collaboration and mentorship with doctors, provide clinical resources to hospital teams, and assist in the recruitment and onboarding of veterinarians.

6–12 Months: Enhance collaboration among hospitals, support service expansion where feasible, and help nurture emerging medical leaders in the region.

What Sets This Role Apart

In our organization, Regional Medical Directors prioritize supporting hospitals rather than overseeing them from afar.

We believe that exceptional veterinary care occurs when doctors feel trusted, connected, and supported. Our RMDs emphasize:

• Mentorship over management

• Local hospital partnerships

• Collaboration among veterinary teams

• Balancing medical quality with sustainable growth

This is a chance to shape the veterinary culture in a region—supporting outstanding hospitals and assisting veterinarians in building fulfilling, long-term careers.

What You Bring to the Team

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current state licensure in good standing.
• Experience managing multiple veterinary hospitals is essential.
• Previous ownership of a hospital or experience as a Lead Veterinarian is highly preferred.
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to present key information succinctly.
• Strong organizational abilities and meticulous attention to detail.

Your Support System

As a member of our leadership team, you will benefit from the extensive resources of a larger network, enabling you to concentrate on empowering your teams and advancing medical excellence.

Executive Compensation

A competitive executive salary along with annual bonus incentives designed to reward your regional performance.

Comprehensive Wellbeing

Executive-level benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Life Insurance.

Financial Health

Prepare for your future with a 401k plan featuring a generous company match, in addition to Long & Short-Term Disability insurance.

Commitment to Growth

Access dedicated continuing education resources (30-40 hours annually) and our Clinical Tracks Program to remain at the forefront of veterinary medicine.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals and collaborate with fellow leaders to drive innovation.

Peace of Mind

Enjoy company-paid Professional Liability Coverage and free 24/7 access to medical professionals through telehealth services.

About Us

Our organization was established by veterinarians who believe that local practices flourish with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. We provide exceptional support to our 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local level, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture.

Our award-winning culture is driven by the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. We are veterinarian-led, people-focused, and dedicated to being the best workplace in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.