Associate Veterinarian - Firehouse Animal Health Center Round Rock

Description

Associate Veterinarian 

Join us at Firehouse Animal Health Centers, where 100 little things make a BIG difference! 

We are looking for a passionate Associate Veterinarian with a deep appreciation and commitment to veterinary medicine to join our team in Round Rock, TX, a suburb of Austin.    

We take a team approach to veterinary medicine while maintaining at least a 2:1 Tech / Veterinarian ratio. We are Feline Friendly and uphold a Fear-free environment for our patients and support training for all our Team members too. We believe in building relationships with our clients to improve our ability to provide the best care possible for our patients. We offer communication and leadership training to accomplish these goals. We apply a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion lens in everything we do and love to give back to the community through donating veterinary services, helping with fundraisers, and volunteering our time to our community partners.

Essential Responsibilities & Functions:

• Dedication to providing patients with a high level of veterinary care while utilizing the latest advances in diagnostics. 
• A client service mindset with desire and ability to bring, build, and retain a strong client base. 
• Enthusiasm about giving back to and building relationships with the local community. 
• The ability to champion the practice’s objectives and values and inspire others. 
• Follow the established policies and procedures that govern the normal operation of the hospital. 
• Dedication to efficiently handling caseloads and maintaining accurate records using SOAP templates for treatment plans and recommendations. 
• Promote a collaborative working environment and encourage the value of teamwork. 
• Prioritize traumatic injuries and serious illnesses to ensure that all animals receive time-sensitive care. 
• Educate clients on the importance of vaccinations, heartworm treatments, flea and tick treatments, and other aspects of preventive care. 

Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree. 
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing. 

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid time-off inclusive of personal, vacation, sick and CE
• Medical, vision and dental insurance options
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance 
• Long-term disability option
• Company-Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Generous Continuing Education Program
• Employee Discounts for Pet Care
• AVMA Professional Liability Insurance  provided
• VIN Membership
• Reimbursement for: DEA and State Veterinary License, State VMA and AVMA dues
• LGBTQIA+ support with FOLX HEALTHCARE
• And More!

The greater Austin area sits on the edge of "The Texas Hill Country", and is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts due to the hiking, biking, and water activities available at our many regional lakes. Many rivers and lakes in the area host water-based sports such as standup paddleboard, kayaking, and fishing. The culinary and nightlife activities of The Hill Country have a little something for everyone and continue to grow. As the "Live Music Capital" of the world, there is music and dancing to be found every night. Come see this awesome pet-friendly town full of activities that support individuals and families alike. 

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.