Associate Veterinarian
VCA Seaside Animal Hospital
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Job summary
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic in Arlington, Texas is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our small animal team. With a loyal multi‑generational client base and a supportive staff, you will practice high‑quality medicine in a collaborative, patient‑focused environment.
We offer flexible full‑ or part‑time scheduling, no on‑call or after‑hours, strong surgery and dentistry opportunities, competitive base pay with bonus potential, and generous CE and benefits.
Qualifications
- DVM or VMD from AVMA-accredited college; international grads eligible.
- Licensed to practice in Texas or eligible for licensure.
- NAVLE certification required for licensure.
- Strong communication and relationship-building with clients.
- Passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.
- Comfortable collaborating with technicians and support staff.
- Interested in growing surgery and dentistry skills.
- Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative attitude; committed to ongoing learning.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive small animal care including wellness and preventive medicine.
- Handle internal medicine, diagnostics, and case management.
- Perform surgery and dentistry with emphasis on high-quality care.
- Educate clients and maintain clear medical records.
- Build lasting client relationships and collaborate with the veterinary team.
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Job description
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic is looking for a compassionate, skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our wonderful small animal team in Arlington, Texas!
For years, Dr. Karen Young and the Sanford Oaks team have built a trusted reputation for providing exceptional, compassionate care to the Arlington community. With a long-standing client base, a close-knit support team, and a strong commitment to patient care, Sanford Oaks offers an opportunity to step into a practice where relationships, teamwork, and quality medicine truly matter.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a welcoming new home or simply looking for a practice where you can grow, collaborate, and enjoy coming to work, we'd love to meet you!
At Sanford Oaks, patient care comes first. Our team takes pride in creating a warm, genuine experience for both our clients and their pets. You'll be joining a group that values compassion, kindness, knowledge, and teamwork while giving you the autonomy to practice medicine in a way that aligns with your clinical interests.
Our experienced support team is trusted to do what they do best, allowing our veterinarians to focus on their patients and enjoy their day-to-day work. We also believe in lifelong learning and regularly participate in CE opportunities, seminars, and the annual TVMA conference.
- Established Arlington practice with a loyal, multi-generational client base
- Collaborative and long-standing support team
- No on-call or emergency after-hours
- Flexible scheduling
- Monday-Saturday schedule with a rotating/flexible Saturday component
- Opportunity to practice a broad range of general practice medicine
- Strong surgery and dentistry opportunities
- Fear Free patient handling techniques
- Medical autonomy and the freedom to practice high-quality medicine
- Regular opportunities for continuing education and professional development
- Supportive environment where your ideas and clinical interests are valued
- Charming hospital with 3 exam rooms
- Convenient central Arlington location near Fielder & Division
We’re seeking a veterinarian who is:
- A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)
- Licensed to practice in Texas or eligible for Texas licensure
- NAVLE certified
- A strong communicator who enjoys building lasting relationships with clients
- Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
- Comfortable collaborating closely with veterinary technicians and support staff
- Confident or interested in growing their surgery and dentistry skills
- A team player with a positive, collaborative attitude
- Committed to continued learning and professional development
- Interested in developing meaningful relationships with clients and their pets
Experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply, but we’re also excited to connect with veterinarians who are looking to grow their skills in a supportive environment.
You’ll have the opportunity to provide comprehensive small animal care, including:
- Wellness and preventive medicine
- Internal medicine and diagnostics
- Companion animal health
- Surgery and dentistry
- Client education and communication
- Case management
- Medical record documentation
- Building lasting client relationships
- Collaborating with a talented veterinary support team
This is a full-time opportunity with flexible scheduling, however we are willing to consider part-time.
Our weekday hours are 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, with Saturday appointments from 8:30 AM-12:00 PM. We understand that flexibility matters, and our goal is to create a schedule that supports both our hospital and our veterinarians.
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered to build a long-term career with us. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- VERY Competitive base salary
- Bonus opportunities up to $75,000
- Generous PTO with rollover
- No on-call or emergency after-hours
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA option
- 401(k) options
- Medical autonomy and clinical freedom
- Personal pet discounts
- Paid parental leave / bonding time
- Annual CE allowance with paid CE days
- Paid professional membership dues and licensing
- AVMA PLIT
- Thought partnership and support from a talented Medical Advisor Board
- Gym membership
- State Fair tickets
- National Park pass
- And much more!
Sanford Oaks has a wonderful legacy in the Arlington community, with many clients trusting our team with their pets for generations. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve built and the personalized care we provide.
Our hospital offers:
- General practice, surgery, and dentistry
- Fear Free patient handling techniques
- Paperless PIMS through AVImark
- Regular team CE and professional development
- Experienced, long‑term support staff
- A collaborative and positive team culture
- A charming 3‑exam‑room hospital
- A strong emphasis on compassion, gratefulness, kindness, genuineness, and knowledge
And when you’re ready to step outside the clinic, you’ll be in the heart of Arlington with easy access to UTA, Six Flags, AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, Texas Live!, and Old Downtown Arlington.
Website: Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
If you’re looking for a practice where you can practice great medicine, work alongside a supportive team, build meaningful client relationships, and truly feel at home, we’d love to hear from you!
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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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