Overview
Lead Veterinarian Jobs in Austin, Texas, USA at Abadie Veterinary Hospital
Livewell Animal Hospital of Austin, opening in spring 2025, is a brand-new hospital focused on the highest quality medicine and best-of-class customer experience.
As a full-service animal hospital, we offer x-rays, ultrasound, and state-of-the-art surgery and dental suites. You will have ample space with 4 exam rooms, a large treatment area, isolation and comfort rooms, separate dog and cat wards, doctor offices, and break room. We have an on-site pharmacy and laboratory capabilities to provide immediate access to necessary medications and perform a full range of diagnostic tests.
The hospital will be located in the Pressler apartment community in the Clarksville neighborhood. It will feature
modern
, open spaces, with bright elements to support a fear-free, comforting environment for our furry friends and their family members.
Opportunity Highlights
As the Lead DVM for this new Livewell location you will be an integral part of the hospital’s legacy
Spend your day in a beautiful building with the newest equipment and the highest level of vet-led support to practice your best medicine
Help set the pace, model medical excellence, and uphold the hospital culture
Significant incentives in line with the growth of the hospital in addition to personal production you will receive
The Lead Veterinarian is responsible for providing high
quality care
to our patients while also developing rapport with their owners. In addition to physical examinations, surgeries, and dentistry, client
communication
and client
education
are of the upmost importance. It’s important that SVP Veterinarians treat each pet and client like part of the family.
Description
Responsible for the ongoing evaluation and management of clinical practices as well as the delivery of patient care.
Responsible for monitoring associate doctor performance and production.
In conjunction with hospital manager, helps drive financial performance of the hospital including revenue generation and expense management.
Explain physical examination findings and communicate to the client a diagnosis of the pet’s problems; generate and present a treatment plan for the pet to the client; educate clients on preventative health care, including vaccines and appropriate nutritional products.
Maintain client/patient medical/surgical records and make certain all necessary logs are kept upÂ-to-Âdate through established protocols; assist colleagues in follow-Âup and future management of the patient.
Stay up-ÂtoÂ-date with new medical information and changes in veterinary medicine, attend Continuing
Education
meetings.
Assist in the development of the paraprofessional team to ensure the delivery of the highest
quality care
and exceptional client service.
Positively represent the hospital in the professional community and to the general public.
Treat every client like family and each patient like your own pet.
Requirements
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university
Licensure in good standing to practice in which the applicant is applying
3+ years of
leadership
/management experience, preferred
3+ years of experience as a veterinarian, required
Professional comportment and appearance, with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, friendly attitude
Have the ability to
lead the team
through a variety of cases
Respect
for and willingness to work with clients and their pets
Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputation with clients
A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine, upholding the veterinary code of ethics
Must be proficient in surgery
Title: Lead Veterinarian
Company: Abadie Veterinary Hospital
Location: Austin, Texas, USA
Category: Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care (Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care)
