Medical Director - DVM

AmeriVet•Tyler, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyler Veterinary Center is an established small-animal general practice in Tyler, Texas, serving the community since 1992. The hospital provides wellness and preventative care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and same-day urgent care, supported by experienced technicians, dedicated client service representatives, and modern medical equipment. Its culture emphasizes collaboration, thoughtful medicine, mentorship, and work-life balance. The Medical Director is the practice’s clinical leader and medical voice, responsible for setting and upholding medical quality standards, delivering direct patient care, mentoring and developing veterinarians, and supporting a collaborative, high-performing team culture. The role balances hands-on clinical practice with leadership and medical oversight, working closely with the Practice Manager to support care delivery, hospital operations, team development, performance metrics, and business goals. The Medical Director supervises the Associate and Partner doctors and actively practices for most of their full-time schedule, maintaining a robust patient caseload. The Medical Director may serve as the Responsible Veterinarian under applicable regulations, overseeing required registrations and permits, controlled-drug processes, and radiation safety and compliance, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer. The role also represents AmeriVet as an ambassador and supports community engagement and practice growth.

Requirements

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
Active, unrestricted veterinary license in the state of practice.
Active DEA registration for responsible practice location(s).
Any state-controlled substance, pharmacy, or other licenses and registrations required for the role.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a practicing veterinarian.
Commitment to a minimum of 35 hours per week.
Exceptional verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex medical information.
Strong time management, prioritization, and delegation skills.
Sound clinical judgment and thoughtful decision-making.
Professionalism, respect, and courtesy in all interactions.
Highly developed interpersonal skills that foster trust, engagement, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience leading a veterinary team and/or multi-unit experience.

Responsibilities

Set, model, and uphold medical quality standards in accordance with industry standards, AmeriVet guidelines, and state practice acts.
Foster a collaborative hospital culture that prioritizes patient care and safety, team participation, and exceptional client and patient experiences.
Coach, mentor, and manage veterinarians, supporting clinical proficiency, client communication, accurate medical records, compliant charging, and accountability through feedback and performance reviews.
Improve medical quality, patient outcomes, and client trust through case review and sound clinical judgment.
Evaluate and develop clinical competencies across doctors, relief doctors, veterinary assistants, and technicians through observation, coaching, case discussions, and medical record reviews.
Organize and lead regular doctor meetings on medical standards, protocols, case reviews, and hospital priorities.
Partner with the Practice Manager on hospital initiatives, culture, people development, medical and operational priorities, scheduling, workflows, inventory, team coaching, meetings, performance metrics, and business goals.
Oversee maintenance and appropriate use of medical equipment, ensuring safety, functionality, and regulatory compliance.
Engage with the local community through client education, outreach, partnerships, and initiatives that support access to quality care and pet well-being.
Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit, interview, and onboard veterinary talent.
Serve as Responsible Veterinarian when required, overseeing applicable registrations and permits, controlled-drug inventory and processes, and radiation safety programs and compliance, including serving as Radiation Safety Officer.
Practice hands-on veterinary medicine for most of the full-time schedule and maintain a robust patient caseload.
Represent AmeriVet and support its goals and values by attending events and participating in calls as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of hospital and organizational goals.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary plus production bonus.
DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program with annual bonuses based on production.
No negative accrual.
Transparent production metrics and operational support.
Generous continuing education allowance.
Paid licenses and professional dues.
Flexible scheduling, work-life balance, and mentorship programs.
Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available.
401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
Student loan assistance.
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Mental health resources.
Paid time off and holidays.
Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.