Veterinarian

Southwest Vet; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensing fees paid

DEA registration

Professional dues

Continuing education allowance

Medical and dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Generous paid time off

Mentorship and career growth

Job summary

Southwest Vet, located in the South Austin/Oak Hill area, seeks a full-time Associate Veterinarian with a starting salary of $130,000 plus production pay with no negative accrual. The practice offers a collaborative, low-stress environment with strong support staff and opportunities for mentorship and leadership development.

From wellness visits to surgery, dentistry, and urgent care, doctors enjoy a diverse caseload and the autonomy to practice high-quality medicine.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinarian in good standing in the United States.
• Veterinarians of all experience levels, including recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.
• Ability to practice high-quality medicine across a diverse caseload.

Responsibilities

• Provide wellness care, dentistry, surgery and urgent medical cases.
• Maintain strong client relationships and educate clients on pet health.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Team collaboration

Quality medicine

Client communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Digital radiography

Digital dental radiography

Portable ultrasound system

Job description

Starting at $130,000 + Production with No Negative Accrual

Southwest Vet is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established practice in the South Austin/Oak Hill area. We believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, kindness, and building lasting relationships with our clients while delivering high-quality care to every patient.

We're looking for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing quality medicine, values building lasting client relationships, and wants to be part of a positive, team-oriented practice. From wellness care to surgery, dentistry, and urgent medical cases, our doctors enjoy a diverse caseload with the tools, support, and autonomy to practice the kind of medicine they're passionate about.

Veterinarians of all experience levels, including recent graduates, are encouraged to apply.

Why Southwest Vet?

• We prioritize low-stress handling and believe every visit should be as comfortable as possible for pets and their families.
• Our experienced, compassionate support team allows doctors to focus on practicing excellent medicine.
• We foster a collaborative, respectful culture where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued.

Our Hospital

• Established in 2016 with a low-stress handling philosophy
• Four exam rooms plus a dedicated outdoor exam room
• Well-equipped treatment area with multiple tables and a dedicated two-station dental suite
• Digital radiography and digital dental radiography
• Modern portable ultrasound system

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation starting at $130,000 (commensurate with experience), plus production pay with no negative accrual
• 3- or 4-day workweek options to support work-life balance, with a rotating Saturday schedule
• Paid licensing fees, DEA registration, professional dues, and a continuing education allowance
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and additional benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for mentorship, career growth, and leadership development

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.