Medical Director

Job Description

Shoreline Veterinary Clinic is looking for a Medical Director to join our team!

Established Community Practice. Medical Leadership. Supportive Team.

Shoreline Veterinary Clinic is seeking a Medical Director to join our team! Established in 1984 Shoreline is a well-respected small animal general practice with a loyal client base and deep roots in the community. We provide comprehensive care, including wellness and sick appointments, preventative care, surgery, and in-house diagnostics.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinarian ready to take the next step into leadership while continuing to practice high-quality medicine. As Medical Director, you'll help guide medical standards, mentor the veterinary team, and shape the continued success of an established community hospital.

You'll be supported by a tenured team and collaborative Hospital Manager who also holds an MBA and brings a strong business and operational perspective to hospital leadership. With medical independence and team-focused environment, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact without sacrificing the clinical work you enjoy (approximately 90% clinical and 10% admin).

More about the hospital:

• Hospital Hours: Open Monday-Friday 8a-6p and Saturdays 8a-12p
• Predictable Schedule: Doctors work 4 days and rotating Saturdays
• Spacious Setup: Standalone building with 4 exam rooms including 1 larger room that can accommodate large dogs or serve as a dedicated euthanasia space
• Dedicated Surgical Suite: Fully equipped surgical suite with dedicated surgery days
• Full Radiology Capabilities: Dedicated radiology room with additional storage space
• Robust Equipment: Ultrasound, laser therapy, X-rays, dental rads, and more to come!
• In-House Diagnostics: IDEXX lab equipment for efficient, on-site testing
• AVImark PIMS: Established practice management system to support efficient day-to-day workflow

What We're Looking For:

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited College of Veterinary Medicine or ECFVG/PAVE-certified
• Active Texas DVM license in good standing
• 4+ years of experience practicing in a small animal general practice
• Strong clinical skills and passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate medicine
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience, or a strong interest in developing those skills
• Ability to provide medical guidance, support clinical standards, and promote consistent quality of care
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in developing and supporting others
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with team members and clients
• Ability to partner with the Hospital Manager on hospital goals, team development, and operational success
• A desire to contribute to a positive, supportive hospital culture

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary plus production bonuses (NO negative accrual)
• Hospital profit-sharing leadership bonus
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Retention and relocation bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability policy
• Plentiful paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• Licensure dues/fees, PLIT, and TVMA covered
• Medical independence in clinical decision-making
• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities
• Work-life balance: No On-call, No Overnights, No Sundays

About The Area:

La Porte, TX offers a welcoming coastal community atmosphere with convenient access to the greater Houston area. Located along the shores of Galveston Bay, La Porte provides residents with a blend of small-town charm, outdoor recreation, local dining, and easy access to nearby communities. Its location between Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast makes it a convenient place to live for those looking to enjoy both a relaxed community setting and the amenities of a major metropolitan area.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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