Associate Veterinarian – General Practice | Northwest Houston Area, TX

DVM Focus; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

DVM Focus in Houston, TX, is representing an Associate Veterinarian opportunity in a full‑service small‑animal practice in the northwest Houston area.

This role welcomes new graduates seeking mentorship and experienced veterinarians seeking autonomy, leadership opportunities, and ongoing growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited university.
• Active Texas veterinary license or ability to obtain one.
• DEA license preferred.
• USDA accreditation preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach to patient care.
• Commitment to high-quality companion-animal medicine.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care for companion-animal patients.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions.
• Perform soft-tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Conduct diagnostic testing and interpret results.
• Develop and communicate individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and client education.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Leadership potential

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Tools

DEA license

USDA accreditation

Job description

DVM Focus is representing an Associate Veterinarian opportunity with an established companion-animal practice in the northwest Houston area.

This position is open to veterinarians at all stages of their careers, including new graduates seeking structured mentorship and experienced veterinarians looking for autonomy, leadership opportunities, and continued professional growth.

The Role

The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventive care for companion-animal patients while working collaboratively with an experienced veterinary and support team.

Responsibilities include:

• Preventive and wellness care
• Diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic conditions
• General companion-animal medicine
• Soft-tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Diagnostic testing and interpretation
• Development and communication of individualized treatment plans
• Client education
• Collaboration with veterinary technicians and support staff
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Continued professional and clinical development

The Practice

The hospital is a full-service small-animal practice with a strong emphasis on high-quality medicine, teamwork, mentorship, and client relationships.

Veterinarians have access to modern diagnostic and treatment resources, including:

• In-house laboratory capabilities
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• Surgical resources
• Dental care capabilities

New graduates receive hands-on mentorship, case collaboration, and support as they develop clinical confidence and independence. Experienced veterinarians are encouraged to practice with autonomy and may have opportunities to mentor others and contribute to the continued development of the hospital.

What This Opportunity Offers

• Full-time position
• Flexible scheduling
• Strong work-life balance
• Structured new-graduate mentorship
• Medical autonomy for experienced veterinarians
• Leadership and mentoring opportunities
• Sign-on bonus opportunity
• Relocation assistance
• Student loan assistance
• Competitive compensation with production opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Continuing education allowance
• Paid CE daysPaid professional dues
• Professional liability coverage
• Employee pet-care discounts
• Access to a national DVM mentor network

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited university
• Active Texas veterinary license or ability to obtain one
• DEA license preferred
• USDA accreditation preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative approach to patient care
• Commitment to high-quality companion-animal medicine

New graduates are encouraged to apply.