Veterinarian | 4-Day Work Week | Open To New Grads | Waco, TX
Animal Hospital of Waco
Application
Details
Posted: 11-Sep-23
Location: Waco, Texas
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Private Practice
Occupation:
Veterinarian
Species:
Canine
Feline
Required Education:
DVM or equivalent
Internal Number: 4351
Are you looking for a fantastic DVM opportunity with great mentorship, collaboration, and only a 4 day work week? Do you love Magnolia Table? Well, look no further!
Animal Hospital of Waco is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our family and they are just ½ a block from Magnolia Table! Our team of doctors strive to provide the “Gold Standard” of care when treating our patients. We treat our clients and patients with over 85 years of combined experience, we aim to make the experience as friendly and comfortable as possible while still providing progressive and compassionate care.
About Our Hospital
We have roughly a 4,000 sq. ft. facility with 6 exam rooms.
We are equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, therapy laser, platelet rich plasma (PRP), warming unit, in-house laboratory, Idexx referral lab, surgery suite with 2 heated surgical tables, anesthetic monitors, IV pumps, and a dental unit with drill.
What We Offer
Fully covered health insurance, CE stipend, PTO, dues local and state VMA, TX license, DEA license.
4 day work weeks
Our seasoned veterinarians are available to mentor as needed.
Types of pay offered: salary, pro-sal, or commission.
Scheduled morning appointments and afternoon walk-ins.
Job Summary
The Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Managing Doctor and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients. Please see additional responsibilities below.
Job Responsibilities
Builds rapport with clients by gathering information and listening to, and empathizing with their concerns.
Performs physical examinations and diagnostic/medical/surgical/dental procedures that deliver the highest quality care while minimizing patient stress and discomfort.
Communicates with clients on topics such as pet diagnosis, treatment plans, preventative health care and nutritional needs.
Maintains client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept up-to-date through established protocols.
Stays current on new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine.
Assist in the development in paraprofessional team to ensure delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
Presents a positive image of the hospital on the professional community and to the general public.
Skills and Basic Qualifications
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university.
Licensure in good standing to practice in the state in which applicant is to be employed.
Commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding veterinary code of ethics.
Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Works collaboratively with hospital team members.
Makes decisions confidently and effectively.
Manages time and task appropriately.
Models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients.
Commitment to ongoing educational development and growth.
DEA licensure
About Waco, Texas
Waco dubbed “The Heart of Texas” is in central Texas, being centrally located between the Dallas/Ft. Worth Metroplex and Austin just a short 90-minute drive either way. The current population is greater than 134,000 and a rapidity growing. Waco has a rich history from indigenous tribes, home of Dr. Pepper and Baylor University. Waco has a few Historical sites as well, the suspension bridge is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and the National Park Service Mammoth Monument. Waco is a great place to live and raise a family. The beach is just ½ a day’s drive, or you can simply relax at the 79,000-acre Lake Waco or go canoeing in the Brazos river. Waco offers wildlife, fishing, biking trails and plenty of outdoor sporting opportunities. American Airlines has a hub located in Waco. We are also the home of Chip and Joanna Gains Fixer Upper and as mentioned above, the hospital is just ½ a block from Magnolia Table.
If this sounds like an opportunity you are interested in, we encourage you to please apply and join our family!
NVA General Practice is a leading veterinary community of over 1,200 independently managed hospitals united in the love of animals and the people who love them. Committed to serving the needs of pet owners in local communities around the world, NVA General Practice is driven by a mission to improve the comfort and well-being of pets through progressive and compassionate care.
Our network of hospitals creates an integrated community of medical expertise and collaboration, enabling continuous growth and learning for our animal care teams.
For more information, visit www.nva.com.
