Lead Veterinarian
Emancipet
Job Description
Join Emancipet as the Lead Veterinarian in Austin.
Responsibilities:
-Lead a clinically and operationally innovative team.
-Partner with a Branch Manager to oversee administrative aspects.
-Full-time position (5 days per week) with one day dedicated to leadership and administrative tasks.
-Collaborate frequently with Emancipet leadership to evolve the new clinic model and ensure quality care.
-Salary range: $130,000 - $155,000, dependent on experience and other qualifications
Best In Class Health Coverage for You and Your Family
The benefit package includes:
-Health Insurance- 100% Emancipet-paid for you and all children under 26. This is a PPO health insurance plan.
-Dental Insurance- 100% Emancipet-paid for you and all children under 26
-Vision Insurance- 100% Emancipet-paid for you and all children under 26
-Telehealth-100% Emancipet-paid Telehealth for your entire family: partner/spouse and all children under 26 (regardless of insurance status) that provides $0 visits for urgent care, mental and behavioral health care, pharmacy, and health advocacy services
-Certification and Licensing Support-Emancipet covers the cost of certifications and licensing required for positions.
Other Benefits
-Generous Paid Time Off- 9 paid holidays. 120 hours of PTO (increasing with tenure), with the ability to roll over 40 each year. 30 hours for Continuing Education.
-Additional Pay-Earn $800 per additional clinical shift worked within a pay period.
-Uniform Allowance- $500 provided annually.
-Continuing Education Stipend- $2,000 stipend for classes, conferences, and related expenses.
-Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program- This position qualifies for the program, with employment time counting towards qualifying years for loan forgiveness.
- 401k Plan- Employer matching: Emancipet matches half of your contribution up to 5% of your annual pay. Employees can participate from their first day at Emancipet.
-Relocation Program- Emancipet provides up to $3,000 for eligible moving expenses for this position.
Requirements:
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
Licensure in Texas or ability to obtain licensure.
Ability to obtain a DEA registration.
At least 5 years of clinical experience.
At least 2 years of experience leading a clinical team.
Qualifications:
Leadership experience in a veterinary setting preferred.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
This is a full time job
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Closing Date: Friday, May 22, 2026
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