Mission Pet Health
About This Location
Memorial Veterinary Clinic serves Houston neighborhoods of Tanglewood, Hunters Creek Village, West Oaks, and Greater Uptown as well as the surrounding Memorial area. The clinic, located between 610 Loop and the Beltway, is a well‑maintained and spacious facility. Staff include professionals of all levels, with veterinary techs working closely with our four‑doctor team to ensure each pet receives a full work‑up and continuum of care. Medical, diagnostic, surgical, dental, and preventive healthcare are all components of our comprehensive practice, offering services such as wellness care, dental care, pain management, geriatric care, and hospice care.
Overview This is a perfect opportunity for someone ready to grow into a lead role as our founder and Lead DVM plans her retirement. Dr. Anderson is excited to work with an aspiring leader to take the legacy of Memorial Veterinary Clinic to the next level.
As a Lead Veterinarian, You Will
Be a part of a peer group including LDVMs from 25 hospitals in the Houston area
Oversee medical operations and ensure the highest standards of care
Mentor and support a team of veterinarians and support staff
Develop and implement medical protocols
Foster a collaborative and positive team environment
Engage with the local community to promote the hospital's services and values
Responsibilities / Qualifications Responsible for the ongoing evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as the delivery of patient care.
Responsible for monitoring associate doctor performance and production.
In conjunction with hospital manager, helps drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up‑to‑date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
Stay up‑to‑date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state applying
3+ years of leadership/management experience, preferred
3+ years of experience as a veterinarian, required
Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
Have the ability to lead the team through a variety of cases
Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
Compassionate team player who can uphold a great reputation with clients
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Must be proficient in surgery
Benefits
Veterinarians always earn their base salary and never owe any money at the end of the year.
Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
Maternity Leave
401(k) (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%).
Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
Long & Short‑term Disability Insurance
Professional Liability Coverage
TeleDoc – Free Access 24/7
Access to Free In‑House Continued Education (CE)
Growth tracks for leadership development
Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians
Professional Development Programs
Lead DVM Foundations
– Learn how to practice great veterinary medicine and acquire leadership skills through SVP’s Lead Doctor Foundations program.
Doctor Mentorship Program
– 12 months of mentorship for first‑year doctors to develop clinical and non‑clinical soft skills.
Clinical Tracks Program
– Over fifty hours of in‑depth, RACE‑approved CE credit facilitated by veterinary specialists covering Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology.
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Overview This is a perfect opportunity for someone ready to grow into a lead role as our founder and Lead DVM plans her retirement. Dr. Anderson is excited to work with an aspiring leader to take the legacy of Memorial Veterinary Clinic to the next level.
As a Lead Veterinarian, You Will
Be a part of a peer group including LDVMs from 25 hospitals in the Houston area
Oversee medical operations and ensure the highest standards of care
Mentor and support a team of veterinarians and support staff
Develop and implement medical protocols
Foster a collaborative and positive team environment
Engage with the local community to promote the hospital's services and values
Responsibilities / Qualifications Responsible for the ongoing evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as the delivery of patient care.
Responsible for monitoring associate doctor performance and production.
In conjunction with hospital manager, helps drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up‑to‑date through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-up and future management of the patient.
Stay up‑to‑date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing Education meetings.
Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state applying
3+ years of leadership/management experience, preferred
3+ years of experience as a veterinarian, required
Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
Have the ability to lead the team through a variety of cases
Respect for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
Compassionate team player who can uphold a great reputation with clients
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Must be proficient in surgery
Benefits
Veterinarians always earn their base salary and never owe any money at the end of the year.
Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates
Paid Time Off (You are not required to make up production while on PTO.)
Maternity Leave
401(k) (You receive a 100% match on the first 3% you put in, plus a 50% match on the next 2%).
Health, Dental, Vision, and Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity, Life, and Accident Insurance
Long & Short‑term Disability Insurance
Professional Liability Coverage
TeleDoc – Free Access 24/7
Access to Free In‑House Continued Education (CE)
Growth tracks for leadership development
Mentorship and coaching for new graduates and experienced Veterinarians
Professional Development Programs
Lead DVM Foundations
– Learn how to practice great veterinary medicine and acquire leadership skills through SVP’s Lead Doctor Foundations program.
Doctor Mentorship Program
– 12 months of mentorship for first‑year doctors to develop clinical and non‑clinical soft skills.
Clinical Tracks Program
– Over fifty hours of in‑depth, RACE‑approved CE credit facilitated by veterinary specialists covering Dentistry, Oncology, Internal Medicine, Dermatology, and Cardiology.
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