Associate Veterinarian

amerivet; Cisco (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Production bonus

Relocation assistance

CE allowance

Licenses & dues

Job summary

Lazy 3 Animal Care, located between Cisco and Eastland, Texas, is a full-service mixed-animal practice offering care for companion animals and livestock. The associate veterinarian role provides opportunities across species, with a productive, supportive team in a rural Texas community.

The clinic features a diverse caseload, surgical opportunities, mentorship, relocation assistance, CE allowance, and a competitive salary with a production bonus while maintaining work-life balance.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Eligible for Texas veterinary licensure.
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.
• Interest in mixed-animal medicine is a plus.
• Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Skills

Communication skills

Client relationships

Team collaboration

Education

DVM / VMD from an accredited school

Job description

Associate Veterinarian - Mixed Animal | $25K Sign-On Bonus

Located between Cisco and Eastland, Texas, Lazy 3 Animal Care is a full-service mixed animal practice that has been caring for pets and livestock in the community since 2002. Our team combines the relationships and practical medicine of a hometown veterinary hospital with a diverse caseload that gives doctors the opportunity to work across species, expand their skills, and make a meaningful impact in a rural Texas community.

Whether your interests are primarily companion animal, large animal, or somewhere in between, there is plenty of opportunity to build a caseload around the medicine you enjoy.

Check us out at: https://www.lazy3animalcare.com/

Clinic Snapshot

• Practice type: Mixed Animal General Practice
• Schedule: Monday-Friday; clinic is closed Saturdays and Sundays
• Case mix: Companion animal wellness and sick care, surgery, dentistry, urgent and emergency cases, large animal medicine, livestock, equine, exotics, and more
• Species diversity: Dogs, cats, cattle, horses, goats, sheep, pigs, camelids, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, deer, and other exotics
• Technology & equipment: Digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, EKG, and on-site laboratory capabilities
• Surgical opportunities: General soft-tissue surgery with additional opportunities for doctors interested in expanding their surgical skill set
• Team culture: Community-focused, collaborative, experienced, and passionate about providing practical, compassionate care for both companion animals and livestock

Total Rewards & How We Invest in You

• $25,000 sign-on bonus
• Competitive annual salary + production bonus
• DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program - earn annual bonuses based on your production
• No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
• Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
• Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
• Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
• Flexible scheduling and strong work-life balance
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Relocation assistance available
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

What Makes Us Different

• Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.
• True mixed-animal medicine: Build experience across companion animals, livestock, equine, and exotic species while developing the areas of medicine that interest you most.
• Interesting medicine: From routine wellness and dentistry to urgent cases, surgery, herd health, and unique species, no two days have to look the same.
• Robust support: Work alongside experienced veterinary technicians, including team members with dedicated large-animal and livestock backgrounds.
• Community connection: Lazy 3 has served the Cisco and Eastland area for more than two decades and has built long-standing relationships with local families, ranchers, and animal owners.
• We believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You'll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career.

Who You Are & How You'll Make a Difference

• Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
• Excited by variety and interested in practicing in a mixed-animal environment
• A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
• Comfortable practicing independently while also enjoying collaboration with fellow doctors and staff
• Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Mixed-animal experience is welcome but not required. If your background has primarily been small animal medicine but you are interested in gaining exposure to large animal medicine, we would love to talk with you.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university
• Eligible for veterinary licensure in Texas
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
• Strong communication and client-education skills
• Interest in mixed animal medicine is a plus
• Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are encouraged to apply

About the Area

Cisco offers the small-town atmosphere and open space that make this part of Texas special, surrounded by ranch and farm country in the heart of the Texas Big Country. Located directly along I-20, Cisco is approximately 45 miles east of Abilene and 105 miles west of Fort Worth, giving you rural living without completely giving up access to larger cities.

For time outside the clinic, nearby Lake Cisco offers boating and outdoor recreation, while the area's ranching culture, historic downtown, and strong community ties make it a great fit for someone looking for a slower pace and room to spread out.

And a fun piece of local history: Cisco is home to the Mobley Hotel, the first hotel Conrad Hilton purchased , making the town part of the origin story of Hilt