Medical Director, Austin, Texas.

This is a large, well-established emergency and specialty veterinary hospital delivering advanced, referral-level care to the Austin community and surrounding region. The hospital is known for its collaborative, respectful culture and commitment to medical excellence, clinical governance, and continuous improvement.

The team is multidisciplinary and includes experienced emergency veterinarians and board-certified specialists across areas such as surgery, internal medicine, emergency & critical care, oncology, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital works closely with referring practices and is regarded as a trusted partner within the local veterinary network.

Significant investment has been made into facilities, technology, and people, allowing clinicians to focus on delivering outstanding patient care while being supported by robust operational and administrative infrastructure.

This is a senior clinical leadership position suited to an experienced Emergency Veterinarian or board-certified Specialist who is ready to lead, mentor, and shape the future of a busy emergency and specialty service.

You will be responsible for leading and developing the veterinarian team, overseeing medical standards, and ensuring exceptional delivery of both clinical services and client experience. The role blends clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring clinicians, advising on best-practice workflows, improving efficiency, and contributing to strategic decision-making.

You will play a key role in strengthening relationships with referring veterinarians, supporting medical quality assurance, and driving innovation across clinical policies and procedures. Dedicated administrative time is built into the schedule to support your leadership responsibilities.

In addition to your veterinary qualifications, we are looking for someone who brings:

DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited institution

Texas veterinary license or ability to obtain one

Background in emergency medicine and/or board certification in a relevant specialty (ECC, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Radiology, etc.)

Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a high-volume clinical or referral environment

Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire clinical teams

Strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills

A forward-thinking, improvement-focused mindset

Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and building strong professional relationships

Austin, Texas is one of the most vibrant and desirable cities in the US. Known as the “Live Music Capital of the World,” Austin offers an exceptional blend of culture, food, outdoor lifestyle, and community spirit. From lakes, trails, and green spaces to a thriving tech and arts scene, Austin provides an outstanding quality of life where individuality is celebrated and everyone belongs.

To attract senior veterinary leaders, the hospital offers a highly competitive and comprehensive package, typically including:

Base salary from $200,000+ DOE, plus monthly production bonuses

No negative accrual on production

Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance

Four-day work week with protected administrative time

No non-compete agreements

Extensive continuing education allowance and resources

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

401(k) with generous employer matching

Paid parental, vacation, sick, and CE leave

Professional dues, licensure, DEA, and liability coverage

VIN membership and access to major medical publishers

Fertility, family-building, and wellbeing support programmes

Employee assistance and mental health resources

Generous staff pet care discounts

For a no obligation conversation please reach out

e: ryan@brontetalent.com

usa (646) 475 – 2831

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