Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required
Texas licensure or ability to obtain it
DEA registration eligibility
Minimum of 5 years clinical experience
At least 2 years leading a clinical team
Preferred leadership experience in a veterinary setting
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Responsibilities
Lead a clinically and operationally innovative veterinary team
Partner with the Branch Manager for administrative oversight
Dedicate one day per week to leadership and administrative tasks
Collaborate with Emancipet leadership to enhance clinic models
Ensure quality care and adherence to medical standards
Benefits
100% Emancipet-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for you and children under 26
100% Emancipet-paid telehealth services for your entire family
Generous paid time off including 120 hours of PTO and 30 hours for continuing education
$2,000 continuing education stipend for professional development
Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
401k plan with employer matching from day one
Relocation assistance up to $3,000 for eligible moving expenses
Annual uniform allowance of $500
Support for pet family members with $324 in free services or products
Full Job Description
Position Overview
Join Emancipet as the Lead Veterinarian at our Northwest Freeway Clinic.
Best In Class Health Coverage for You and Your Entire Family at No Cost to You
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
Life AD&D 100% Emancipet-paid
Voluntary Benefits- including accident, cancer, supplemental life, short- and long-term disability, and more.
Identity Theft Plan 100% Emancipet paid
Travel Plan 100% Emancipet paid
Employee Assistance Program
Support for Pet Family Members- $324 per year in free services or products through Emancipet
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.
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: $140,000 - $165,000, dependent on experience and other qualifications
Clinic Location: Houston
Emancipet measures quality using the six domains of quality medicine: Safety, Efficacy, Efficiency, Patient-Centeredness, Equity, and Timeliness, and the Lead Veterinarian will be responsible for the quality of medicine practiced at Adams Avenue Clinic, as well as the comfort of all patients. The Lead Veterinarian serves as the professional and compassionate main point of contact for medical questions and concerns for the clients and staff while providing support and training and ensuring fidelity to our systems and standard operating procedures. As a key strategic player in fulfilling the short and long-term goals of Emancipet, the Lead Veterinarian will proactively reach out to and develop professional, friendly, and mutually beneficial relationships with area veterinarians, promoting the clinics and our mission within the veterinary community.
