Veterinarian - Southside Animal Hospital

Practice

Southside Animal Hospital is unique in the South Texas area in that it is the only vet clinic with a wellness waiting and a sick waiting area with an isolation ward. We strive to provide the best medical and veterinary care to our patients. Not only do we have experienced veterinarians on staff, but we also have knowledgeable, compassionate, and experienced personnel to assist you and your pets.

Position Purpose

****Winner of Best of Corpus Christi 2023****

Southside Animal Hospital

Southside Animal Hospital in Corpus Christi, TX is looking to add an associate veterinarian that loves a fast-paced and steady lifestyle. Our doctors have over a century of combined veterinary experience, so any new graduate or team member will undoubtedly benefit from the diverse

knowledge our doctors have to offer. From preventative care, internal medicine, imaging, surgery, to urgent care and behavior, our doctors have seen it all. In addition to our doctors, we have a wonderful and expansive support staff. Each doctor is paired with their own technician and then assisted by floating technicians, so you will never be without a hand. If this sounds like a team you want to be part of, we encourage you to apply!

To support our busy and diverse workload, our hospital is ready with plentiful and modern veterinary equipment. We have 5 exam rooms (two with lift tables), a surgery suite with separate dental table, digital radiology (including digital dental rads), ultrasound, in-house laboratory, and more! These features of our facility will give you a great opportunity to practice the best medicine.

Our ideal doctor is passionate, eager, and motivated by wagging tails and an owner’s smile. We especially welcome someone willing to help with our surgical workload. As stated previously, all experience levels are welcome to come and work alongside our top-notch team!

About the area: Corpus Christi is located right along the Gulf of Mexico. Tucked into a bay, its beaches are sheltered by Padre and Mustang Islands, home to beautiful migratory birds and sea turtles. It is also home to many great restaurants and shops, museums, the Texas state aquarium, and the American Bank Center which serves as a venue for many great performers. With the ability to hunt, fish, hike and swim, there is something to do for every outdoor enthusiast! 

Essential Responsibilities

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

Benefits Offered

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement 
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

Pay Range

Salary : $115,000 - $1,400,000