Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Make more meaningful moments with us at Village Vet on Sterling Ridge!

Veterinarian | Mentorship Available
Small Animal (Exotics Welcome) | GP + Surgery
The Woodlands - Houston TX 

At The Village Vet at Sterling Ridge, we believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with exceptional people. As one of the most trusted and awarded veterinary hospitals in The Woodlands community, our team is passionate about delivering high-quality medicine while creating meaningful relationships with pets, clients, and each other. Known for our collaborative culture, advanced medical capabilities, and strong mentorship, Village Vet offers the perfect blend of progressive medicine, supportive teamwork, and genuine work-life balance — all in one of the most desirable suburbs in Texas.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Best of The Woodlands — Year After Year: Proudly voted Best of The Woodlands every year since 2001, with a loyal, established client base that values high-quality care.
• Comprehensive, Advanced Medicine: From wellness and urgent care to complex surgeries, dentistry, oncology, and orthopedic procedures, you’ll practice a wide range of medicine in a hospital that supports your growth.
• Spacious, Modern Facility: Purpose-built hospital designed for efficiency, teamwork, and excellent medicine — including advanced surgical and dental capabilities.
• Exotics Opportunities: Work alongside a team experienced in treating rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, turtles, hedgehogs, chinchillas, and more for doctors interested in exotics medicine.
• Collaborative Multi-Doctor Team: Enjoy built-in support from experienced veterinarians with special interests in surgery, cardiology, ophthalmology, and advanced case management.
• Innovation-Driven Workflow: Fully equipped ICU, advanced diagnostics, in-house laboratory capabilities, and tools like ScribbleVet help make your day more efficient and focused on patient care.

The Woodlands offers the perfect mix of nature, entertainment, and convenience. With miles of hiking and biking trails, incredible restaurants, live music at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, and easy access to Houston, it’s a community that truly has something for everyone. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, great food, or family-friendly living, The Woodlands consistently ranks as one of the best places to live in Texas.

We’re part of the Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) fam — a veterinarian-led network that believes in freedom, support, and growth. That means:

• Creative Compensation Packages: Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations and never include negative accrual.
• Expansive Network: Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision + 24/7 Mental Health Support — because you deserve to be taken care of, too.
• Clinical Autonomy: Practice medicine your way with a team that supports your decisions and trusts your expertise.
• Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship: Structured onboarding, leadership development, mentorship programs, and long-term career growth opportunities.

And through CVP’s shared values — Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand — we create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.

• Competitive compensation with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• No Negative Accrual — ever.  Monthly Bonus Payout + Reset.
• Generous PTO, paid holidays, and 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual CE allowance + paid CE time off
• Paid licensing and professional fees (state license, DEA, AVMA PLIT, VIN & more)
• 401(k) with match + potential equity opportunities
• Pet care discounts, because your own pets deserve exceptional care, too
• Team recognition and incentive programs that celebrate the entire hospital team monthly

At The Village Vet at Sterling Ridge, you’ll practice meaningful medicine with a team that values collaboration, growth, and genuinely enjoying what we do together. Whether it’s this role or another opportunity within our community, I’d love to learn what matters most to you and explore whether this could be the right next step in your veterinary journey.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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