Associate Veterinarian

Mission Pet Health; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity leave

TeleDoc access

401k match

Disability insurance

CE allowance

Leadership tracks

Mentorship program

Professional liability coverage

Job summary

Mission Pet Health is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join our Baytown, TX hospital. You will practice a wide range of medicine, including wellness, diagnostics, surgery, and urgent care, within a supportive, mentorship-focused culture.

We offer a generous compensation package with a monthly production bonus, comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) match, paid time off, CE allowance, and leadership pathways to grow with a nationwide veterinary network.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree required.
• A valid state license in good standing to practice.
• Collaborative spirit and dedication to high standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets.
• Lead patient care from diagnosis to treatment.
• Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans to clients.
• Collaborate with paraprofessional team to support hospital culture.

Skills

Communication

Client relationship building

Team collaboration

Education

DVM degree

Job description

Abshier-Meuth Animal Hospital has proudly served the Baytown, Texas community since 1992, delivering exceptional small animal care with compassion, integrity, and professionalism. Our commitment to treating every pet like family has earned us an outstanding 4.8-star Google rating and the trust of generations of clients. Join a supportive team led by Dr. Mallory Nailon and Dr. Ashlee Nelson, where collaboration, mentorship, and high-quality patient care are at the heart of everything we do. As a full-service hospital, you'll practice a wide range of medicine, including wellness and preventive care, advanced diagnostics, surgery, urgent care, and emergency services, allowing you to grow your skills while making a meaningful impact. Located in Baytown, Texas, our long-established practice offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in a trusted community hospital with convenient access to the Houston area and a culture dedicated to exceptional veterinary medicine.

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.

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.