Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarian Position at Neartown Animal Clinic

When you join Neartown Animal Clinic in Houston, TX, you are joining a practice committed to the highest standards of veterinary excellence since 1980. Our dedication to superior patient care is evident in our rigorous credentials; we are proud to be an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, recognized worldwide as the benchmark for quality medicine. Furthermore, we ensure comfort and specialized treatment by being both a Fear Free Certified Practice and a Cat Friendly Certified Practice. This commitment to quality care has earned us the trust of the community, reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating. If you are seeking an opportunity where specialized certifications and high standards are the daily expectation, this is where you can do your best work. As a teammate at Neartown, you benefit from working alongside caring professionals who prioritize reducing fear, anxiety, and stress for every patient. Your colleagues include a Diplomate of the ABVP (Canine and Feline Practice), providing mentorship and specialized insight right within the hospital. Because we regularly undergo rigorous evaluations to maintain our AAHA status—a standard achieved by only 15% of hospitals in North America—you are guaranteed a supportive environment focused on continual improvement in every area, including surgery, patient care, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. We look for teammates dedicated to upholding these high standards and growing their professional skills in a certified, supportive environment. The quality of medicine practiced at our facility is comprehensive and advanced, reflecting our status as an AAHA accredited practice that serves the community with full-service veterinary care. You will have the opportunity to expand your expertise utilizing advanced procedures including comprehensive surgical procedures, testing & diagnostics, and general advanced care. Since we also provide emergency care, you will gain experience managing varied and complex cases within a certified and organized facility. We provide the tools and high standards necessary for you to succeed in small animal medicine. Located in Houston, Texas, you will be joining a dynamic, major metropolitan community. Houston offers immense professional and personal opportunities, known for its diversity and rapid growth. This setting ensures a steady and varied caseload, providing you with continuous learning and specialized experience. Houston is not just a city; it is a hub where you can establish deep community ties while growing your career in one of the most exciting veterinary markets in the country.

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.