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Posted: 26-Jan-22
Location: Austin, Texas
Type: Full Time
Salary: Open
Job Description:VCA Northwest Hills Animal Hospital, located in Austin, TX, is looking for an Associate Veterinarian, who enjoys practicing advanced medicine with a cohesive, tenured team.
VCA Northwest Hills Animal Hospital is an established 3 doctor practice looking for a part time or full time Veterinarian to add to our growing hospital. Our hospital provides well pet and sick pet services for puppies and kittens, adult dogs and cats, and senior pets. Services include physical exams, vaccines, health certificates for domestic travel, spay, neuter, dental prophylaxis (dental cleanings), acupuncture, mass removal surgeries, hospitalization, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laboratory testing. The hospital also works closely with several boarded specialists, including a mobile radiologist and surgeon that visit the hospital regularly.
We have a collaborative team of doctors and a great learning environment. We have an excellent team of technicians and support staff. We work closely with several local rescue groups and animal shelters including the Austin Humane Society, Austin Pet's Alive, Purrfect Pals Rescue, Houston Collie Rescue, Freedom Collie Rescue, BC Save & Rescue, and many more. Our doctors work a 9-hour shift/ 4 days a week (rotation every 3rd Saturday) - we believe in a strong work/life balance!
VCA Northwest Hills Animal Hospital is conveniently located near downtown Austin and the Domain area. There are wilderness trails, parks, bike trails, amazing restaurants, Lake Travis and Lady Bird Lake and outdoor activities for families nearby. Austin is the Live Music Capital and home to music festivals including SWXS and ACL.
Accolades: Austin is #2 on US News Best Places to Live; #5 Friendliest Cities; #2 Most Stable Housing Markets; #3 Best Cities to Start Your Career; Top 10 of America's Most Educated Cities.
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As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Health & Well-being
- Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
- 401k retirement savings plan with company match
- Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
- Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
Professional Development
- Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
- WOOF University - offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
- VCA Academy's Mentorship Program - participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
- Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
Additional Benefits
- Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
- 100% paid professional liability coverage
- 100% paid life insurance
- 100% paid short-term disability insurance
- Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists
