Description

Shape the Future of Internal Medicine in The Woodlands and Houston The Animal Cancer & Referral Center (ACRC) is redefining specialty care in Texas. Our 10,000 sq. ft. Cancer and Specialty Center is located in The Woodlands, TX, and our second location in the middle of WORLD CLASS EXCELLENCE in the Texas Medical Center opens in early 2026! 

 

We are seeking a Small Animal Internist (DACVIM or residency-trained) to join our growing, collaborative team. This is an opportunity to develop and lead an Internal Medicine Service within a supportive, cutting-edge, and compassionate specialty hospital.

 

As a PRIVATELY OWNED AND INDEPENDENTLY OPERATED, you’ll enjoy autonomy, influence, and collaboration — all within an environment focused on clinical excellence and innovation.

 

Why Join Us ?? Build and Lead Your Service Shape your Internal Medicine department from the ground up. You’ll have the freedom to select diagnostic tools, design your workspace, and establish clinical protocols. We believe in empowering specialists to practice at their best, supported by a cohesive team and a shared mission of excellence.

 

?? State-of-the-Art Facilities Our advanced facilities support comprehensive, evidence-based diagnostics and care:

 

128-slice CT scanner

 

Advanced ultrasound with cardiac, abdominal, and Doppler capabilities

 

Endoscopy suite (gastroscopy, bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy, cystoscopy, urethroscopy, colonoscopy)

 

Rigid and flexible scopes with high-definition video integration

 

Digital radiography

 

Point-of-care diagnostics: CBC, chemistry, blood gas, lactate, electrolytes, PT/aPTT, VCM 

 

Dedicated ICU with adjustable lighting, isolation ward, and visualization window

 

ER suite for emergent internal medicine cases

 

Mechanical ventilators, multi-parameter monitoring, and fluid therapy equipment

 

Blood products and in-house crossmatching

 

Dedicated pharmacy with compounding area and controlled substance storage

 

Cryotherapy, electrochemotherapy, and lymph node mapping (NIRF)

 

8 exam rooms and dedicated oncology treatment suites

 

Opportunity for I-131 therapy implementation (2025)

 

Access to clinical trials and novel cancer therapies

 

????? Collaborative & Collegial Environment Join a team of specialists who believe collaboration drives better medicine:

 

Board-certified Oncologists and Surgeons, and Emergency Veterinarians

 

Experienced, credentialed technicians (LVT/RVT) and dedicated ICU nursing staff

 

24/7 patient care support for seamless case management to be available

 

Structured case rounds and morbidity/mortality discussions

 

Open referral communication and strong relationships with local practitioners

 

?? Practice Model & Autonomy Internists at ACRC enjoy the flexibility and freedom to shape their medical practice:

 

Autonomy to choose equipment, define protocols, and tailor case management

 

Opportunity to lead service development and case coordination

 

Research, teaching, and clinical trial participation supported

 

Leadership opportunities (Service Head, Medical Director, or mentorship roles)

 

Direct access to ownership — no corporate red tape

 

?? Culture of Compassion and Excellence At ACRC, we are passionate about medicine and people. Our culture is built on respect, empathy, and teamwork.

 

Genuine collaboration between specialists

 

Leadership that values well-being, balance, and integrity

 

Focus on exceptional client communication and patient care

 

Reasonable caseloads and flexible scheduling

 

Collegial, progressive environment that encourages learning and innovation

 

?? Lifestyle & Location The Woodlands, repeatedly ranked one of the best places to live in the U.S., offers a perfect balance of professional opportunity and personal fulfillment:

 

Excellent schools, parks, and outdoor spaces

 

Vibrant dining, shopping, and arts scene

 

40 minutes from downtown Houston

 

Easy access to both suburban tranquility and urban culture

 

Our upcoming TEXAS Medical Center location will place you in the heart of one of the most respected medical hubs in the country, surrounded by collaboration and advancement, in Houston.

 

?? Compensation & Benefits We recognize the value of specialized expertise and offer a competitive, comprehensive package:

 

Competitive base salary + production (with guaranteed minimum)

 

Relocation assistance

 

Continuing education allowance (ACVIM, ACV, or CE of your choice)

 

Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance

 

401(k) with employer matching

 

Paid time off and parental leave

 

Licensing, VIN, and professional membership reimbursements

 

Join Our Vision Be part of a hospital that truly values your expertise and shares your dedication to advancing veterinary medicine. As the first and only PRIVATELY OWNED specialty referral hospital in the Houston area dedicated to oncology and specialty care, we are expanding our collaborative network with a robust Internal Medicine service — and we’d love for you to lead it.

 

How to Apply If you are a motivated, innovative, and compassionate Internist, we would love to hear from you.

 

Contact: Dr. Melissa Parsons-Doherty, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology) ?? MPD@ACRC.VET ?? 832-732-4322

 

 

Salary:
Base salary , production, benefits