Career Center

2378 US Hwy 190 West, Jasper TX 75951

Phone (409) 384-8731  Fax (409) 384-5491

Email: lakesarevethosp@gmail.com

Website: www.lakesareavh.com

Dusty Taff DVM, Lori Coleman DVM, Holly Wolfe DVM

Lakes Area Veterinary Hospital is an established 3 doctor practice that has been providing high quality service to the community of Jasper, TX for over 40 years. Jasper is located in East Texas between Houston and Tyler and right next to the largest lake in Texas. As the area around Jasper has expanded, a need for a 4th doctor has arisen. We offer incredibly competitive pay to go along with the relaxed atmosphere that comes with the "Small Town USA" lifestyle. We see all manner of animals and your days will not be the same twice. If you are someone who is motivated and interested in working in an environment that values teamwork and a good work-life balance, we would love to talk with you.

New graduate starting salary: $100,000
                with a matching 401k
Signing bonus: $9,000 paid out over 3 years.

Over $120,000 package for new graduates with a great work-life balance!

Practice type:  Mixed Animal

Hospital:  6000 SQ FT with 7 exam rooms, 2 Surgery suites, Large treatment and prep area, Radiology room, Indoor AC/heated kennels, Isolation room, Large waiting room, Large covered barn with squeeze chute for cattle and Equine center with 2 stocks and a padded recovery stall.

Equipment:  Heska Element HT5, Element DC and Element i; Idexx UA analyzer, Ultrasound, Digital X-ray, ISO and SEVO anesthesia, Electrocautery, Cryosurgery, Tonopen, IV pumps, Nasogastric scope and Computerized records.

Hours and Staff:  Hours are 8-5 Monday-Friday with 4 day work week with shared on call work. On call work is shared equally on a 4 week rotation from 8 am to 10 pm with a 3 day work week (Friday off) after on call. Currently have 3 veterinarians, 1 office manager, 3 receptionists, 2 licensed veterinary technician, 5 veterinary assistants, and 3 kennel assistants.

Compensation:  Salary commensurate upon experience/ plus collected Emergency fees, 2 weeks vacation, Health and liability insurance, Continuing education allowance, AVMA/TVMA dues, DEA, 401k, 2 Sick days per qtr, work vehicle for out call transportation.

Contact:  Molly Parsons (409)-384-8731