Associate Veterinarian - Houston

American Veterinary Medical Association; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Dedicated surgery days

In-house Idexx laboratories

Ultrasound and digital radiology

30-minute appointment slots

Job summary

Heights Veterinary Clinic Northwest in Houston, Texas is seeking a full or part-time veterinarian to join our small and exotic animal practice. Our facility supports four full-time veterinarians and offers modern diagnostics including digital radiology, ultrasound, Idexx labs, digital dental radiography, electrocautery, and cold laser therapy.

We serve exotic pets and are fear-free certified, emphasizing human-animal bond and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• DVM licensed to practice in Texas.
• Exotic animal experience is a plus.
• USDA accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for small and exotic patients across preventive, internal medicine and surgery.
• Collaborate with a skilled LVT and technician team.
• Mentor new graduates and contribute to clinic operations.

Skills

Exotic experience

Fear Free certification

Education

DVM degree (Texas licensed)

USDA accreditation

Job description

Heights Veterinary Clinic Northwest in Houston, Texas is seeking a full or part-time veterinarian to join our small and exotic animal practice located just north of the historic Houston Heights area. Our facility accommodates four full-time veterinarians and is equipped with modern diagnostics including: digital radiology, ultrasound, 2 full sets of Idexx laboratory equipment, digital dental radiography, electrocautery, and cold laser therapy. With our original location deeply rooted in The Houston Heights, HVC-NW continues to provide compassionate and elevated patient care to our loyal clients that was started over 50 years ago. We offer a multi-dimensional case load that will exercise your knowledge and skills in preventative care, internal medicine, surgery and beyond. We have been serving exotic pet owners since 2020 including avian, reptiles, small mammals and are always looking to learn and grow in this field. Our veterinarians are fear free certified and advocate for the human-animal bond, which allows us to elevate our care to the next level. Heights Veterinary Clinic Northwest is the perfect practice if you are looking to walk into an already established clientele along with an average of 60 new clients a month.

If you are looking to develop as a clinician in a certain area such as surgery, ultrasound, exotic medicine, palliative care; we are the team for you! We are always excited to grow and offer more services and care to our patients.

We have a highly skilled LVT and technician team that support our veterinarians in all facets of patient care and general operations of the clinic. As a veterinarian at Heights Veterinary Clinic Northwest, you will have a voice and be considered part of the leadership team that together strategizes practice goals and improving daily operations. If mentorship is what you desire as a new graduate, we can develop a tailored program to support you in your first year.

About Us:

• 4 full-time veterinarians with a technician driven team with a 2:1 technician to DVM ratio
• Skilled LVT and technician team
• Fear Free certified veterinarians
• Collaborative working environment
• 8 exam rooms and a spacious treatment area

What we offer:

• Flexible work schedule (Alternating 4- and 4.5-day work weeks)
• Dedicated surgery days in a spacious surgical suite
• 2 full Idexx in-house laboratories (catalyst, procyte, sedivue, snap pro)
• Ultrasound, digital radiology, digital dental radiology
• Manageable caseloads with 30-minute appointment slots

Ideal Candidate:

• Exotic Experience a plus
• USDA accreditation preferred
• Licensed DVM in Texas