Shelter Veterinarian (Full Time & Contract Avaliable)

CommonSpirit Health•Austin, TX

10d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers veterinarians the opportunity to make life-saving decisions without the limitations of traditional private practice. It involves more effort in saving animals, gaining extensive experience, and handling cases that might not otherwise receive a chance to live. The role is with Austin Pets Alive (APA!), a leading animal rescue and welfare organization known for its innovative programs and its role in making Austin the largest No Kill city in the country. APA! aims to teach other organizations its life-saving formula.

Requirements

DVM degree
License to practice in Texas
Highly motivated veterinarian who strives to do whatever is needed to promote lifesaving
Passionate about helping people, as well as pets.

Nice To Haves

Previous shelter experience is preferred but not required.
Surgical skills and surgical confidence are preferred and will gain a higher salary, but are not required.

Responsibilities

Outpatient/Inpatient exams, case workup and making treatment plans (most revolving around already established protocols)
Management of outbreaks and prevention of outbreaks (with militant vaccine implementation and isolation of sick animals, tracking etc).
Keeping accurate medical records as cases are seen
Telemedicine and quick/efficient email/phone communications with caretakers
Performance of basic surgeries, high volume high quality spay/neuter and emergency surgeries.
Workup of challenging cases with consultation with our other vets in house, as well as specialists as warranted.
After hours treatment/triage when on call

Benefits

100k-140k compensation
Employer-paid medical coverage
401(k) retirement plan (with 2% company match)
Life, dental, vision, and short-term disability insurance
10 paid holidays
10 days of PTO (15 days after 1 year!)
Employee Assistance Plan that includes free counseling and mental health resources
Professional development opportunities
Fully subsidized virtual veterinary medicine and emergency fund for your pets
20% Employee Discount on all APA store items
Most of our benefits, including medical, are available on Day 1!
Continuing Education: APA! pays up to $1,000 for one, approved continuing education course (including course registration, airfare, hotel costs, and meal stipend) and up to two days of leave while attending the approved course.
PLIT (Professional Liability Insurance Trust) Insurance
State (Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners) License
VIN (Veterinary Information Network) Membership
ASV (Associate of Shelter Veterinarians) Membership