Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• A truly varied caseload: Practice both small and large animal medicine, from wellness care and surgery to livestock and farm animal work.

• Mentorship at every career stage: New graduates can build confidence through hands-on experience, while experienced veterinarians can enjoy a diverse caseload and collaborative team.

• A supportive, down-to-earth culture: Join experienced veterinarians and staff who value teamwork, personalized care, and lasting client relationships.

• Meaningful community connections: Make a difference in a practice deeply rooted in its local agricultural community.

• Competitive compensation: Earn $115,000–$130,000 annually, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

What You'll Find Here

This established mixed animal practice serves a broad range of patients and clients throughout North Texas. The fast-paced environment offers variety, hands-on clinical work, and opportunities to continue learning across small and large animal medicine.

The team is committed to compassionate care, strong client relationships, and high-quality veterinary medicine. You'll work alongside experienced veterinarians and support staff in a collaborative environment where no two days are exactly alike.

Compensation + Schedule

• Annual salary: $115,000–$130,000.

• Unlimited PTO.

• Flexible scheduling.

• Bonus incentives.

• Relocation assistance available.

What You'll Do

• Examine animals, diagnose illnesses and injuries, and develop appropriate treatment plans across the practice's mixed animal caseload.

• Provide small animal preventive care, medical treatment, and surgical services.

• Participate in large animal and livestock veterinary care as appropriate to your experience and clinical responsibilities.

• Operate diagnostic equipment, collect samples, and interpret results.

• Educate clients on preventive care, treatment options, and animal health management.

• Provide compassionate guidance on end-of-life care.

• Maintain accurate patient medical records.

• Follow veterinary ethics, applicable regulations, and professional standards.

• Build lasting relationships with clients and collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality care.

What You Bring

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution.

• Appropriate state veterinary licensure.

• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD credentials.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• A compassionate, professional approach to patient care and client relationships.

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn.

• Interest in mixed animal medicine and working with a diverse caseload.

• Ability to lift patients and equipment up to 25 pounds, with assistance for heavier loads.

Veterinarians of all experience levels, including new graduates, are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with employer match.

• Continuing education and licensure reimbursement.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Mental health resources.

• DVM referral program.

• Career development opportunities.

Life in North Texas

Enjoy a small-town lifestyle shaped by agricultural heritage, wide-open spaces, and a close-knit community. North Texas offers opportunities to enjoy ranching, horses, rodeo, hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities, while the Dallas–Fort Worth area provides access to larger-city amenities. It's an appealing setting for someone who values rural living, community connections, and a lifestyle with room to grow.

Interested in learning more? We'd love to start a confidential conversation and share additional details about this opportunity.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.