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Med Vet
Austin, Texas

Emergency Veterinarian

VeterinarianFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Emergency Veterinarian (Full-Time or Part-Time) | MedVet Austin

Our Austin hospital is growing, and we are seeking a full-time or part-time Emergency Veterinarian to join our team.

MedVet is the nation's premier veterinarian-owned and led network of emergency and specialty hospitals, where doctors are supported by veterinary leadership committed to medical excellence, collaboration, and continuous investment in resources.

Through our unique shareholder opportunities, eligible doctors also have the opportunity to become owners in the organization.

Why Join MedVet Austin?

MedVet Austin is a collaborative, advanced 24/7 Emergency and Multi-Specialty Hospital dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience. Our hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and thoughtfully designed to support efficient, high-quality medicine while fostering collaboration among emergency doctors, specialists, and clinical caregivers.

As part of our team, you'll work alongside a highly skilled group of professionals who are committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for pets and the families who love them.

Everything Starts with Our Caregivers

  • Eligible doctors have the opportunity to become shareholders, a unique benefit that allows them to share in the growth and success of MedVet and VEI hospitals nationwide.
  • We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including:
  • Generous signing bonus
  • Competitive compensation
  • Shareholder opportunity
  • Student loan repayment program
  • Paid parental leave
  • Robust health and wellness benefits
  • Continuing education support

Why You'll Love Living in Austin

Austin offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and vibrant culture. Known for its thriving economy, renowned live music scene, exceptional restaurants, and welcoming community, Austin is one of the fastest-growing and most desirable cities in the country.

Enjoy year-round outdoor activities including kayaking on Lady Bird Lake, hiking and biking the Barton Creek Greenbelt, and exploring the scenic Texas Hill Country. Whether you're drawn to its innovative spirit, family-friendly neighborhoods, or endless entertainment options, Austin provides an outstanding quality of life for veterinarians at every stage of their career.

For more information about MedVet, please visit medvet.com. To submit a confidential CV, contact Ashley Mandeville at ashley.mandeville@medvet.com.

Additional opportunities can be found at medvet.com. Considering a move to a location where we are not currently hiring? We'd still love to hear from you.

Come As You Are

MedVet is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for all caregivers. We provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants and team members. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, training, experience, and overall abilities without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality emergency medical care to pets in a 24/7 hospital setting. Collaborate with specialists and clinical caregivers to ensure optimal patient outcomes and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Candidates must be qualified veterinarians capable of working in a fast-paced emergency environment. The role requires a commitment to medical excellence and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Emergency veterinary medicineClinical carePatient assessmentSurgical proceduresDiagnostic imagingClient communicationTeam collaborationMedical record keepingTriageCritical care

Veterinary Emergency Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Veterinarian by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedVeterinarian median $135k (middle half $119k–$143k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinarian listings in Texas371 active4,550 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 84% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonus · loan repaymentTexas healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 20% offer loan repayment371 active listings, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

6 jobs
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$55k
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$125k
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$155k
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$175k-215k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

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Higher = better work-life balance

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$140k-$200k
#2

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Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$160k-$180k
#4

Associate Veterinarian | Great Medicine. Good People. Your Kind of Place! | Animal Hospital of University Drive

$125k-$155k
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,501 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Med Vet

Veterinary Services
Plano, Texas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous signing bonus
Shareholder opportunity
Student loan repayment program
Paid parental leave
Robust health and wellness benefits
Continuing education support

Living in Austin

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$450k
Typical market rent
$1,571/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.