Description

Job Description 

Associate Veterinarian (DVM) 

A Different Way to Practice Veterinary Medicine 

If you’ve ever thought, “I love medicine, but not the pace, pressure, or chaos that comes with most veterinary roles,” keep reading. 

Sage Veterinary Imaging is not a general practice. We are not an ER. We don’t do wellness, vaccines, or high-volume appointments. 

Many of our doctors say the same thing after joining: “I didn’t realize veterinary medicine could look like this.” 

We exist for one reason: to provide clear diagnostic answers that help pets get the right care faster. 

Sage Veterinary Imaging is seeking a veterinarian to help lead our diagnostic imaging service in Spring, Texas. This is a non-specialist position. We want a veterinarian with excellent patient exam, assessment, and anesthesia skills to guide patients through the diagnostic imaging procedures. This role is ideal for a general practice or emergency veterinarian who enjoys diagnostics, values safe anesthesia, is an excellent communicator, and wants a calmer, more intentional way to practice medicine. Sage Veterinary Imaging uses advanced, human-quality imaging technologies in 3T MRI, 128 slice CT, X-ray, and ultrasound. Coupled with our same-day digital cytology lab, we ensure optimal diagnostic accuracy, which allows our referring veterinarians to plan the most effective treatments. 

Why This Role Is Different 

Most veterinarians don’t learn about roles like this in school. 

At Sage, you’re not rushing room to room. You’re not balancing production metrics. You’re not managing wellness schedules or emergency triage. Instead, you’re part of a focused specialty team where: 

Cases are referred with intent 

Medicine is collaborative and deliberate 

Technology supports clarity and efficiency 

Your role contributes directly to better outcomes — without burnout 

Here’s How We Operate 

We elevate patient care by delivering definitive answers for pets, their owners, and referring veterinarians. We are a referral-based practice and perform imaging procedures to support and preserve the bond of the referring veterinarian (rDVM) and pet owner. Our process is simple. First, the patient is referred to us after the rDVM determines a need for imaging. Next, we evaluate the case, examine the patient, and perform appropriate imaging and additional diagnostics under the guidance of veterinary radiologists. Finally, we communicate the results to the pet owner and veterinarian for next steps and treatment. If needed, we may assist with finding an appropriate specialist for next steps of care in critical cases. 

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Why You’ll Love Working Here 

1. Be Part of Something Bigger: You’ll work with radiologists and specialists, participate in real-time case collaboration, and practice medicine in an 

environment built for teaching, precision, and innovation. 

2. Do the Best Medicine of Your Career: Our advanced imaging technology and protocols allow you to practice predictable, safe, anesthesia-supported diagnostics without the chaos of general practice or ER unpredictability. 

3. Work With a Team That Truly Cares: We foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where humility, curiosity, compassion, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do. 

4. Designed for Work-Life Balance: Daytime hours. No overnights. No major holidays. Predictable scheduling so you can enjoy life outside the clinic. 

The Role: What You’ll Do 

You will serve as a key medical leader within our established, state of the art, Spring, Texas Imaging center. Your focus is on supporting diagnostic imaging cases, ensuring patient safety, clinical clarity, and seamless collaboration across the team. Rather than list bullet points here, we prefer to walk candidates through what a typical day looks like during a conversation because this role doesn’t fit neatly into a traditional job description. 

At SVI, we are passionate about building and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive working environment for all students and staff. We encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to join our team.

Requirements

This is a Great Fit For: 

• DVMs who enjoy diagnostics, problem-solving, and case-based medicine 
• Doctors coming from GP or ER who want a more focused environment 
• Veterinarians interested in imaging, specialty medicine, or referral work 
• Clinicians looking for stability, collaboration, and a calmer pace 
• Doctors who value how they practice as much as what they practice 

If you’re curious, thoughtful, and open to a different way of working — that matters more 

than having a “perfect” background. 

Qualifications 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD). 
• Eligible for or holding a Texas veterinary license. 
• Strong foundation in veterinary anesthesia (required). 
• Comfortable with technology (EzyVet, Slack, PACS systems a plus). 
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. 

Growth & Development Opportunities 

We invest deeply in our team. Growth pathways may include: 

• Advanced ultrasound training + wet labs. 
• Expanded leadership to hospital director, or multi-site responsibilities. 
• Travel to other SVI clinics for collaboration and professional development. 
• Mentorship with board-certified radiologists. 
• Opportunities to participate in clinical teaching. 

Bring your interests—we will help shape a development plan around YOU. 

Job Details 

Schedule/Type 

• Full-time or Part Time - 3 or 4 days per week. 
• 8-10 hour shifts 
• Daytime availability 
• Saturday shifts 
• Moonlighting opportunities outside SVI welcome pending approval. 

Education 

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, eligible for a TX license. 

Experience

• 3+ years (preferred - not required) of experience in a fast-paced GP clinic or ER. 
• New graduates and internship-trained veterinarians are encouraged to apply. 

Pay 

Competitive. Details are best discussed one-on-one, based on experience and interests. 

Benefits 

• 401(k) 
• 401(k) matching 
• Dental insurance 
• Employee discount 
• Health insurance 
• Health savings account 
• Life insurance 
• Paid time off (12 days for full-time doctors) 
• CE Paid time off (3 days for full-time doctors) 
• Vision insurance 
• Continuing education credits for SVI RACE accredited training events 
• $2500 annual CE allowance. 
• Texas Veterinary Licensing Reimbursement 
• AVMA PLIT Reimbursement 
• DEA Licensing Reimbursement 
• AMVA and TVMA Dues Reimbursement 

Ability to Relocate 

• Spring, TX 77379: Relocate before starting work (Required) 

Work Location 

• In person 

Curious? That’s Enough to Apply. 

You don’t need to fully understand the role before applying. Most people don’t until we talk. If you’re interested in exploring a different way to practice veterinary medicine, we’d love to start the conversation. Cannot commit to full time, but wanting to know about relief or training opportunities? We’d love to meet you too!