Associate Veterinarian

Preston Royal Animal Clinic; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as an Associate Veterinarian at El Centro Pet Medical Center in Killeen, TX, where you will provide high-quality care for pets and engage with the community. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a focus on collaborative effort and professional growth, along with competitive compensation and benefits designed to promote well-being.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Relocation Allowance

Comprehensive health benefits

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Pet perks and discounts

Student loan management tools

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing.
• Active DEA license or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Deliver reliable care and preventative services.
• Foster collaboration within the team.
• Ensure high standards of medical excellence.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Team Collaboration

Client Communication

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD)

State Veterinary Board License

Job description

Associate Veterinarian

Full Time

El Centro Pet Medical Center, Killeen, TX

About You

You’ll get to know the family and care for the pet year after year. From delivering reliable care, to preventative visits, to being the first one they call when something just feels wrong.

The ideal candidate would be willing and able to uphold high standards of medical excellence and foster collaboration within our team environment.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required.
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date.
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible.

El Centro Pet Medical Center is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

About Our Hospital

El Centro Pet Medical Center is a primary care practice located in Killeen, Texas providing high quality, dedicated care for every patient. Our state-of-the-art practice provides care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and other exotic animals.

Our hospital has a collaborative team and is committed to a positive work environment. We pride ourselves on compassionate care and high standards of medical excellence. Join our tenured team of doctors, nursing staff, and compassionate team members to ensure your clients and patients are getting the best in veterinary medicine care.

We are open Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.

Serving Killeen, Harker Heights, Copperas Cove, & Ft. Cavazos.

Provide your best care as a Thrive Pet Healthcare veterinarian.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll care for a pet’s whole life, foster strong human-animal bonds, and connect with your local community — all while backed by our coast-to-coast support. Thrive’s full operational support, innovative technology, and advanced training allow you to focus on providing exceptional care for pets’ health and well-being. We'll meet you where you are and invest in your growth as a professional and leader.

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us. Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities. Plus, no negative accrual.

Benefits – our care in action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive compensation
• Relocation Allowance
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental and purr-ental leave
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• 401(k) match
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!

To learn more about this amazing opportunity, apply today or reach out to us [e-mail].

About Thrive

Vet-founded and Austin-born, Thrive Pet Healthcare has expanded to over 380 partner hospitals nationwide, united by a mission to shape the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community.

We bridge general practice, urgent care, specialty, and emergency care, and ourlocally rooted, nationally connected hospitals benefit from Thrive's extensive resources while maintaining their unique identities.

We believe that supporting our people is the key to helping pets thrive through every stage of life.

Join us where #WeThriveTogether. We provide customizable professional development opportunities, a supportive work environment that values work-life rhythms, and 24/7 mental health support.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.