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General Information

Ref #
32699
Department
Veterinarian
Job Site
Hill Country Animal Hospital
Date Published
10-24-2025
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 110000
Base Max.
$ 150000

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
You are invited to join Hill Country Animal Hospital, a highly respected practice in Helotes, TX. Since 1999, we have prioritized providing comprehensive care to our community. Our commitment to excellence is proven: we are an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, a standard met by only 15% of hospitals nationwide. We are also a Cat Friendly Certified® Practice SILVER, demonstrating our focus on specialized, low-stress feline care. This dedication to quality is why our community has awarded us an excellent 4.8-star Google rating. If you are looking for a place where you can immediately contribute to high standards of medicine, this is your opportunity to do your best work.

We value every teammate's long-term professional success. While operating independently as Hill Country Animal Hospital, we are part of a larger network dedicated to ensuring you have the resources needed to grow and advance your career. Veterinarians have access to internal specialty consultations, and programs are in place to help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, moving into leadership, or pursuing advanced training. Our supportive, relationship-focused culture ensures you can succeed alongside highly skilled doctors, including our team of five dedicated DVMs.

Our facility is designed for delivering advanced medicine. As an AAHA accredited practice, you will work within rigorous standards covering nearly every aspect of patient care, including surgical protocols, emergency services, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. We offer a full spectrum of services including Wellness and Prevention, Advanced Care, and Surgical Procedures. Our designation as a Cat Friendly Certified® Practice means we commit daily to reducing stress for the patient and the entire veterinary team, allowing you to focus on comprehensive, high-quality testing and diagnostics.

Helotes, Texas, offers an appealing location for veterinary professionals seeking both a fulfilling career and a welcoming community. Located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, the area provides easy access to the region's unique landscape. You will be working right off Bandera Road, a central location that connects you easily to the greater San Antonio area. This setting allows you to enjoy the benefits of a close-knit community while having immediate access to the resources of a major metro area.
Job Description

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

  • Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
  • Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
  • Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
  • Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
  • A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
  • A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
  • Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.