Associate Veterinarian

Chattyvets; Stafford (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus available

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Generous PTO

CE allowance and paid CE days

Job summary

Chattyvets in Houston, TX is seeking an Associate Veterinarian for a 4-day work week and a diverse caseload in a long-established, multi-doctor practice.

Join a team with strong mentorship for new graduates, experienced LVT support, and modern surgical/imaging equipment to deliver high-quality care. Competitive benefits, sign-on and relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• DVM / VMD degree or equivalent from AVMA-accredited school.
• Eligible to work in the US.
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine.
• NAVLE certification and DEA/State licenses (or ability to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Wellness consultations and preventive healthcare.
• Diagnostics including in-house laboratory testing and imaging.
• Soft tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Medical work-ups and case management.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Small animal medicine

Education

DVM / VMD (or equivalent)

NAVLE certification

DEA license eligibility

Tools

Ultrasound

In-house lab

Surgical equipment

Job description

Associate Veterinarian – Houston, TX | 4-Day Week | Established Multi-Doctor Practice

Why this role stands out

Looking for a supportive, well-equipped hospital that values work-life balance and high-quality medicine?

Join a long-established practice offering:

• 4-day work week with rotating Saturdays
• Strong mentorship for new graduates
• Experienced Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) support
• Modern surgical and diagnostic equipment
• Sign-on and relocation assistance available

The Practice

• Established small animal hospital serving the local community for nearly 50 years
• Multi-doctor team with a collaborative and supportive culture
• Three Licensed Veterinary Technicians providing excellent clinical support
• Modern facilities including ultrasound, surgical and therapeutic lasers, vessel sealing technology, and comprehensive in-house laboratory equipment
• Fear Free approach wherever possible
• Varied caseload including preventative medicine, diagnostics, internal medicine, surgery, and urgent care

The Role

Full-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied caseload including:

• Wellness consultations and preventative healthcare
• Diagnostics including in-house laboratory testing and imaging
• Soft tissue surgery and dentistry
• Medical work-ups and case management
• Working closely with experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Dedicated mentorship available for new graduates

Suitable for

• Experienced Associate Veterinarians
• New graduates seeking structured mentorship
• Veterinarians looking for an excellent work-life balance
• Team-oriented clinicians with excellent communication skills

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Production bonus opportunities
• Sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• Professional development and career progression opportunities

Location

Houston, Texas offers an outstanding quality of life with affordable living, excellent dining, professional sports, diverse entertainment, and easy access to surrounding communities including Sugar Land and Missouri City.

Requirements

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
• Eligible to work in the US
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• NAVLE certification
• ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
• DEA, State, and USDA licenses (or ability to obtain upon hire)