Position Overview Inova Partners, located in Weatherford, TX, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Veterinary Recruitment and Engagement Specialist to join our team. This role will be pivotal in recruiting veterinarians and veterinary students by ensuring a seamless onboarding experience, and managing various engagement programs such as site visits, student rotations, externships, and internships. The ideal candidate will also play a key role in marketing and promoting our company at industry events, job fairs, veterinary schools, and other professional forums.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment and Talent Engagement
Develop and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract veterinarians and veterinary students.
Manage relationships with veterinary schools, professional associations, and other organizations to create a robust talent pipeline.
Coordinate and conduct site visits, student rotations, externship, and internship programs, ensuring high-quality experiences.
Collaborate with the team to identify workforce needs and align recruitment efforts with company goals.
Onboarding and Integration
Design and execute onboarding plans for new veterinarians and students to ensure a smooth transition into the company.
Serve as the primary contact for candidates, providing guidance and support throughout the recruitment and onboarding process.
Work closely with clinic teams to integrate new hires effectively.
Marketing and Promotion
Represent the company at job fairs, industry conferences, veterinary school wet labs, and other recruitment events.
Collaborate with the marketing team to create compelling promotional materials and campaigns targeting veterinary professionals and students.
Develop innovative strategies to showcase the company’s brand and attract top talent.
Program Coordination
Oversee the planning, scheduling, and coordination of student rotations, externships, and internships.
Collect and analyze feedback from participants to continuously improve programs.
Track and report on program outcomes, recruitment metrics, and engagement activities.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience in veterinary practice management, recruitment, or a similar role preferred.
Strong understanding of the veterinary profession and its unique recruiting challenges.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel frequently for events and recruitment activities.
Preferred Skills
Knowledge of veterinary school programs and accreditation processes.
Experience organizing and participating in industry events and conferences.
Familiarity with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruiting tools.
Why Join Us? This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our workforce and contribute to the growth and success of the company. You will work closely with a passionate team, build lasting relationships within the veterinary industry, and play a vital role in enhancing the company’s reputation as an employer of choice.
Location: Weatherford, TX Salary Range: $55K to $75K plus potential bonuses, depending on qualifications and experience. Reports To: Director of Operations
To Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role.
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Science, Business, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.
Experience in veterinary practice management, recruitment, or a similar role preferred.
Strong understanding of the veterinary profession and its unique recruiting challenges.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Willingness to travel frequently for events and recruitment activities.
Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery (ESMS), headquartered in beautiful Weatherford, TX, is a large and expanding family of equine and companion animal practices. Professionally managed by Inova Partners, the ESMS family of practices includes (1) Our flagship equine referral hospital located in Weatherford, TX, (2) Athens Equine, a state-of-the-art general practice focused on equine performance horses, located in Athens, TX, (3) ESMS Racehorse Division, servicing locations in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Iowa, Minnesota, and Arizona, and (4) Two companion animal practices: Holland Lake Animal Hospital, located in Weatherford, TX and Clear Fork Veterinary Clinic, located in Aledo, TX.
Types of Practices:
100% Equine (ESMS Weatherford, ESMS Racehorse, and Athens Equine); 100% Companion Animal (Holland Lake Animal Hospital and Clear Fork Veterinary Clinic)