Veterinarian
Associate Veterinarian – Southwest Vet | Austin, TX
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
• In-house IDEXX laboratory
• 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
Join Our Team:
If you're looking for a practice where you can build lasting client relationships, practice high-quality medicine, and be part of a supportive, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.
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.
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