About Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists (VCVS) is Austin's only privately owned specialty and emergency animal hospital. Located in Bee Cave, we provide advanced medical care for pets in a compassionate, calm environment. Our team is close-knit, mission-driven, and dedicated to both excellence and empathy. VCVS currently offers 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care, soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery, and surgical and medical oncology services. You will work alongside experienced ER doctors and technicians, dedicated anesthesia and surgical support staff, collaborative specialty clinicians, and a rapidly growing referral network throughout Central Texas. Bee Cave and the Austin Hill Country offer an exceptional quality of life with: Outdoor recreation Lakes and hiking trails Excellent food and live music Family-friendly communities Access to Austin without needing to live in the middle of the city Position Overview •This position includes a sign-on bonus.• Veterinary Ophthalmologist — rare opportunity to build your own service in Austin, TX! Build the ophthalmology service you've always wanted! Violet Crown Veterinary Specialists (VCVS) is seeking a board-certified or residency-trained veterinary ophthalmologist to launch and lead a new ophthalmology service within our growing specialty and emergency hospital in Bee Cave, Texas just outside Austin. We are looking for a clinician who wants: The ability to shape a service from the ground up Influence over equipment and workflow decisions Autonomy in how they practice medicine A collaborative specialty environment without the corporate structure Long-term growth potential in one of the fastest-growing referral markets in Texas If you have ever thought, "If I could build a service my way, this is how I'd do it," this role was created with that in mind. VCVS is privately owned and actively investing in specialty growth. You will have direct input into: Ophthalmology workflow design Equipment selection and future expansion Technician training and staffing structure Referral relationship development Scheduling and service growth strategy What We're Looking For ACVO board-certified or residency-trained veterinary ophthalmologist Strong interest in building and shaping a growing service Collaborative and team-oriented mindset Passion for both high-quality medicine and client communication Interest in developing referral relationships within the community Perks & Benefits We recognize burnout is real in veterinary medicine. Our goal is to build a service that is both clinically rewarding and sustainable long term.

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Competitive sign-on bonus of $5,000 - $15,000 available for qualified candidates, based on experience Relocation assistance of up to $15,000 401(k) with employer matching Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Paid time off + parental leave Tuition and professional development assistance Access to free HIPAA-compliant therapeutic support Flexible scheduling structure Ability to help define appointment flow and surgery days Collaborative support from ER for after-hours stabilization Instant access to LifeMart, providing member-only deals on top brands like Apple, Samsung, Disney, and major hotel chains Discounts on veterinary care Discounted membership at Gold's Gym to support your health and fitness goals Compassionate and learning-focused work environment Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them Why You'll Love Working Here Both experienced clinicians and upcoming residency graduates are encouraged to apply. The Bottom Line, this role is ideal for someone who wants: Real influence Strong specialty support Clinical autonomy Growth potential Better work-life balance A chance to build something meaningful in a desirable market If that sounds like the kind of next chapter you're looking for, we'd love to have a conversation.