VCA Tanglewood Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our friendly, AAHA-accredited, full-service small animal practice in Austin, Texas. 

Come join our team of caring and skilled veterinarians providing well pet and sick pet services for puppies & kittens, adult dogs & cats, senior pets, and small exotics. Other services include physical exams, vaccines, spay & neuter, dental care, surgeries, hospitalization, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laboratory testing.  Our facility is over 6,000 sq. ft. and will be expanding in the near future. 

We have a collaborative team of doctors and a great learning environment with an excellent team of technicians and support staff!    We work closely with several local rescue groups and animal shelters, including the Austin Animal Center, the Austin Humane Society, PAWS and Austin Pets Alive.

Located in South Austin in the beautiful hill country, we are only 10 minutes south of downtown.  There are wilderness trails, parks, bike trails, amazing restaurants, Lake Travis & Lady Bird Lake, and outdoor activities for families nearby.  Austin is the Live Music Capital and home to music festivals including SWXS and ACL.   

Accolades: Austin is #2 on U.S. News Best Places to Live; #5 Friendliest Cities; #2 Most Stable Housing Markets; #3 Best Cities to Start Your Career; Top 10 of America’s Most Educated Cities.

As a member of the VCA family, eligible full-time employees will be rewarded with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
 

Health & Well-being

• Innovative associate health and well-being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Vault financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation and sick leave
   

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and Staff
• VCA Academy’s Mentorship Program – participate as a mentee or mentor in a GP or ER setting
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program
   

Additional Benefits

• Up to 100% Pet Care Discount for your own pets
• 100% paid professional liability coverage
• 100% paid life insurance
• 100% paid short-term disability insurance
• Access to a network of 5,000 doctors, including more than 600 specialists

At VCA we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and want to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and do their best work.