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Veterinarian | Holistic/Integrative Medicine | Paws & Claws Animal Hospital and Holistic Pet Center
Overview
As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.
Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.
When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.
Job Details
Practice:
Paws & Claws Animal Hospital is the only hospital in North Texas offering Functional Medicine for all pets (dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small mammals.) Functional medicine focuses on the function of the patient’s cells, using an individualized approach to promote health and return sick patients to healthy as quickly as possible.
The practices of functional medicine are useful both for healthy patients (to improve their health) as well as for those suffering from illness, especially chronic illness, to return them to health. We use diet, cold laser, homeopathy, herbal medicine, nutritional supplements, and other modalities with traditional diagnostics to optimize veterinary care.
Since opening its doors in 1991, Dr. Shawn Messonnier has treated countless clients with uniquely developed holistic treatments. He has authored several award-winning books, developed his own line of herbal supplements and more!
Position Purpose:
Paws & Claws Animal Hospital and Holistic Pet Center in Plano is seeking a compassionate Veterinarian who is passionate about whole-pet wellness, integrative medicine, and natural therapies. Our practice is known for its thoughtful, relationship-based approach and a loyal client community that values alternative healing modalities.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Supportive, collaborative team environment
A client base that embraces holistic care, herbal therapies, and Chinese medicine
An intentional pace that allows for meaningful connection and high-quality, individualized care
Mentorship & Growth
Dr. Messonnier is an experienced holistic practitioner who works extensively with herbs and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM)—and he would love to mentor a new graduate interested in these areas. Experienced veterinarians with an interest in integrative medicine are also warmly welcomed.
Who We’re Looking For
A veterinarian who is compassionate, communicative, and excited about holistic medicine, herbs, and Chinese medicine
Someone who values connecting with clients and practicing personalized, relationship-driven care
A team-oriented individual who enjoys collaboration and continuous learning
The ideal candidate may already be a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA), or be able to pursue additional training or certifications in acupuncture as well.
If you’re looking for a practice where you can grow in holistic, herbal, and Chinese medicine while making a meaningful impact, we’d love to connect with you.
Reach out to learn more or apply today!
Plano, Texas, is an inclusive, diverse, and friendly community. Boasting more than 4,000 acres of parks and nature preserves and 300 days of sunshine a year, it’s the perfect home for cyclists, hikers, and families. Kids and grown-ups alike will enjoy the colorful balloon festivals. The Bob Woodruff Park and Oak Point Park & Nature preserve make up green space larger than New York City’s Central Park. Plano is also home to five recreation centers and an extensive library system. Historic downtown Plano features an arts district, and the area is home to culinary delights from all over the world. Just 17 miles north of Dallas, Plano has something for everyone.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
- Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
- Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
- Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
- Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
- Maintain patients’ medical records.
- Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statues, policies, and procedures.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
- Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.
Benefits Offered:
- Competitive Compensation - All salary ranges are negotiable based on experience
- Unlimited personal time
- Bonus incentives
- Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
- Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
- CE and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible work schedules
- Managing career path development
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM Referral Program
- Mental Health Resources
- Relocation assistance available
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $135,000.00 /Yr.Success Profile
We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
Culture
At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:
Mentorship
We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
Choose Your Setting
We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.
Work-Life Balance
We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.
Authentic Autonomy
Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.
Support When it Matters Most
We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.
Career Path
New Graduate
This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.
Clinically Confident
You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.
Learning to Lead
Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.
“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”
- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM
Rewards
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Generous Vacation Time
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Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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