Veterinarian

Job Description

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.


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:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.