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Veterinary Surgeon
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What they do
A Veterinarian provides medical care to animals. Diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries. Specializes in treating either pets and small domesticated animals, or large animals and livestock, or wild animals. May work on farms, in zoos and wildlife sanctuaries, in animal shelters, or in hospitals or clinics that specialize in caring for animals. May inspect livestock used for food and check compliance with food safety regulations, or work in laboratories doing clinical research on animal and human diseases.
$112,140 / year median in Texas
+20% projected growth
Job Description
- 5
Fully Equipped Operating Rooms:
Including a dedicated orthopedic OR and induction room.Imaging Suite:
128-slice Siemens Cannon CT and 1.5T Phillips MRI on-site.Interventional Radiology:
Genoray ZEN7000 C-arm with electric rotating table and fluoroscopic suite.Advanced Instrumentation:
Standard soft tissue and orthopedic equipment including 3 MovoraV-MBQ-70
drives, 2 Medtronic LigaSures, a T-1470 Touch Lite diode laser, and MicroAire micro sagittal saw, 3 Surgairtomes, 1 IMEXX linear and circular external fixator systems, VOI and standard plating systems, andTPLO/CBLO
equipment.Minimally Invasive Tools:
Arthex surgical tower with laparoscopic, arthroscopic, and cystoscopic capabilities and Storz endoscopy tower with full respiratory, urinary, and gastrointestinal capabilities. We offer a comprehensive package designed to support your lifestyle, your health, and your long-term career goals:Financial & Work-Life Balance:
- Competitive Salary with No Negative Accrual.
- Significant Welcome Bonus.
Flexible Schedules:
Option for a 3-day per week schedule.- Minimal non-compete agreement.
Professional Development:
- Paid Board Study opportunity.
- Generous CE allowance and Paid Time Off.
Full Licensing Coverage:
Paid AVMA/PLIT, DEA, and Texas State licensing.Health & Wellness:
- Health Insurance with employer-paid annual HSA contribution.
- Dental and Vision insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Future Planning:
- 401(k) with employer match.