Associate Veterinarian - Bastrop, TX
Innovetive PetCare
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Job summary
Bastrop Veterinary Hospital in Bastrop, TX is seeking a General Practice Veterinarian to join our compassionate team. The role offers a competitive compensation package and mentorship for new graduates in a supportive, well-equipped practice.
Join a collaborative group delivering exceptional care for dogs and cats, with opportunities to develop skills in surgery and dentistry while enjoying work-life balance.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree.
- Current (or eligible) Texas veterinary license.
- Experience or interest in general surgery and dentistry.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive mentorship.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive wellness, preventive, and diagnostic care for companion animals.
- Build lasting relationships with clients through education and compassionate communication.
- Perform general soft tissue surgery and dentistry (or receive mentorship to build these skills).
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on the highest standard of patient care.
- Collaborate with an experienced team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff.
- Utilize modern diagnostic equipment and evidence-based medicine to improve patient outcomes.
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture.
Skills
Education
Job description
Department: Veterinarians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Bastrop, Texas
Compensation: $115,000 - $145,000 / year
Bastrop Veterinary Hospital is seeking a General Practice Veterinarian (DVM) to join our compassionate, collaborative, and highly skilled veterinary team in Bastrop, Texas. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional companion animal medicine and are looking to build a rewarding veterinary career in a supportive, well-equipped practice, we'd love to meet you.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian seeking your next opportunity or a recent graduate looking for exceptional mentorship and professional development, this is an outstanding opportunity to grow with a team that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and work-life balance.
For more than 50 years, Bastrop Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted part of the Bastrop community, providing high-quality veterinary care while building lasting relationships with pets and the families who love them. We combine the warmth of a community-focused practice with advanced medical technology, modern treatment protocols, and a commitment to continuous learning.
Our doctors enjoy practicing medicine in a collaborative environment where they are empowered to make medical decisions, pursue professional interests, and deliver individualized care for every patient.
- Provide comprehensive wellness, preventive, and diagnostic care for companion animals
- Build lasting relationships with clients through education and compassionate communication
- Perform general soft tissue surgery and dentistry (or receive mentorship to build these skills)
- Develop individualized treatment plans focused on the highest standard of patient care
- Collaborate with an experienced team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
- Utilize modern diagnostic equipment and evidence-based medicine to improve patient outcomes
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented hospital culture
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent) degree
- Current (or eligible) Texas veterinary license
- Strong foundation in preventive medicine and wellness care
- Experience or interest in general surgery and dentistry
- Excellent communication and client education skills
- Passion for compassionate, high-quality veterinary medicine
- Collaborative, team-first mindset
- Ability to thrive in a busy, fast-paced small animal practice
New graduates are encouraged to apply and will receive mentorship designed to help build confidence and clinical skills.
We offer one of the area's most competitive compensation and benefits packages, including:
- Competitive ProSal compensation with no negative accrual
- Production bonus opportunities
- Sign-on bonus available for experienced veterinarians
- Relocation assistance for qualified candidates
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- HSA and FSA options
- 401(k) with employer match
- Student loan repayment assistance up to $20,000 annually for four years
- $2,500 annual Continuing Education allowance
- Paid Continuing Education days
- Paid state license renewal, DEA registration, and AVMA membership
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Comprehensive wellness and mental health resources including Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
We are committed to helping veterinarians grow throughout their careers by providing access to:
- Global FAST® ultrasound training
- Advanced dental training with a board-certified veterinary dentist
- Leadership development and mentorship programs
- Continuing education designed to support your professional interests
- Career advancement opportunities throughout the Innovetive Petcare network
Since 1974, Bastrop Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the pets and people of Bastrop and the surrounding Central Texas communities. Our philosophy is simple: exceptional medicine starts with meaningful relationships.
We take time to know every client and every patient because personalized care leads to better outcomes. Our team provides comprehensive care for dogs, cats, horses, cattle, goats, and many other species, delivering the same advanced medicine you would expect from a specialty practice while maintaining the warmth and personal attention of a hometown hospital.
Although we're proud to practice in a small town, our commitment to excellence is anything but small. We continually invest in advanced technology, modern equipment, updated protocols, and ongoing education so our patients receive the highest standard of veterinary care.
Located just 30 miles southeast of Austin, Bastrop, TX offers the perfect blend of small-town charm, outdoor recreation, and easy access to one of the country's fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Known as the "Heart of the Lost Pines", Bastrop is home to beautiful parks, scenic hiking and biking trails, the Colorado River, historic downtown shopping, locally owned restaurants, live music, and year-round community events.
Veterinarians relocating to Bastrop enjoy:
- Affordable cost of living compared to Austin
- Family-friendly neighborhoods and excellent schools
- Short commute with less traffic
- Easy access to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
- Outdoor activities including kayaking, fishing, camping, and golf
- A welcoming community that values local businesses and veterinary care
Whether you're
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