Senior Emergency Veterinarian

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service discounts

Student loan support tools

Job summary

Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center in Round Rock, TX is seeking a full-time Senior Emergency Veterinarian. In this role, you'll work alongside specialists to set and maintain medical standards and mentor ER veterinarians.

The ideal candidate holds a DVM/VMD degree and has at least 3 years of emergency medicine experience. Thrive offers comprehensive benefits including competitive pay, mental health resources, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in emergency medicine.
• Active state veterinary board license obtained prior to start date.
• Active DEA license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Encourage development of continuing education for ER medicine quality.
• Mentor ER veterinarians and guide them to mentorship options within Thrive.
• Schedule case reviews and provide ER-specific continuing education.

Skills

Emergency medicine experience

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

Active DEA license

Mentorship experience

Education

DVM / VMD or equivalent degree

Job description

Heart of Texas Veterinary Specialty Center is looking for a full-time Senior Emergency Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Round Rock, TX.

About You

You have a love of ER medicine and a desire to share that love. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll work with the hospital medical director and specialists to set medical standards for the ER department. You’ll work alongside the medical director to evaluate ER veterinarian performance. Backed by Thrive’s nationwide network, innovative technology, and advanced training, you’ll stay focused on what matters most: providing outstanding care and improving patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Encourage, develop, and support CE that elevates the quality of ER medicine in the hospital
• Work with the medical director to provide ER mentorship and/or guide ER Veterinarians to existing mentorship options within Thrive
• Schedule case reviews and/or M&M round with ER Veterinarians
• Assist with veterinary student extern rotation mentorship
• Develop an ER internship program
• Provide ER specific CE to our referring community
• Work with the ER Staff Manager and ER Lead Technician to develop ER technicians

We’ll meet you where you are in your career and actively invest in your growth as both a clinician and a leader. While you’re committed to the success of your patients, we’re equally committed to yours, supporting you through high-stakes moments, unexpected emergencies, and the times when compassion makes all the difference. The expertise, dedication, and heart you bring to every patient and family will always be valued and recognized.

Benefits - Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial well-being. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length-of-service requirements.

Your Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License:
  • Active and in good standing for the state of intended employment
  • Obtained prior to start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in emergency medicine

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, emergency veterinary medicine is our core, powering our network of hospitals nationwide. We're a proud, excellence-centered community committed to mutual success-yours included. As a ThrivER - you'll collaborate closely with specialists, keeping your skills sharp and medicine cutting-edge. By integrating emergency expertise with full-spectrum veterinary services, we've cracked the code on superior pet healthcare. This unique integration sets us apart, ensuring top-tier care when pets need it most.

ER is our core, and because we do it all, we do ER right.

Start Strong with ER Academy. Those newer to emergency medicine can apply for and grow through our coveted ER Academy's tailored education.

Access Continuous Support Benefit from on-demand mentorship for real-time support throughout your career.

Explore as a Traveling Emergency Vet. Experienced doctors can explore new horizons by joining our team of Thrive traveling emergency vets, supporting hospitals across the country while mentoring colleagues.

At Thrive, your growth never stops. Join us and be part of a community that always has your back, from your first day as an ER vet to becoming a leader in the field.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people-through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives-so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler- giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.