Associate Veterinarian in The Woodlands, TX!

Lakefield Veterinary Group; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid licenses, DEA, PLIT, and CE

CE allowance: $2,500 per year

Four-day workweek

No after-hours emergencies

Zusammenfassung

Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit, small animal team. You’ll practice high quality medicine with time, autonomy, and supportive colleagues in a new facility coming in 2027.

We offer a four-day workweek, no after-hours emergencies, and a competitive salary plus a $50,000 sign-on bonus. Generous benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k), and CE allowance.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed or in Texas license process (soon to be licensed).
• New graduates and experienced veterinarians welcome.
• Collaborative, kind and curious professional.

Aufgaben

• Provide preventive care, sick visits, diagnostics and client education.
• Surgery opportunities (soft tissue; more if interested).
• Collaborate with experienced doctors in a supportive team.
• Work with dedicated technicians and support staff.
• Appointment lengths of 20–30 minutes to practice real medicine.

Kenntnisse

Collaborative

Kind

Curious

Ausbildung

DVM degree

Texas licensure in progress

Jobbeschreibung

Tired of Burnout? Come Practice Veterinary Medicine the Way You Always Imagined—in The Woodlands, TX

Associate Veterinarian – Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands

The Woodlands, TX | Full-Time | Small Animal Practice | Up to $50,000 Sign-On Bonus | New Facility Coming in 2027

You didn’t become a veterinarian to feel rushed, underappreciated, or exhausted by 6 p.m. every day. You became a vet to help pets, connect with clients, keep learning, and still have a life outside the clinic.

At Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands, we’ve intentionally built a practice where great medicine and a great quality of life can coexist—and we’re excited to welcome another Associate Veterinarian to our closeknit team.

About the Role:

Associate Veterinarian

You’ll practice high quality small animal medicine with the support, time, and autonomy you deserve.

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Preventive care, sick visits, diagnostics, and client education
• Surgery opportunities (soft tissue; more if you’re interested)
• Collaborating with experienced, approachable doctors—no ego, no competition
• Working alongside dedicated, well trained technicians and support staff
• Appointment lengths that allow you to think, connect, and practice real medicine (20–30 minutes)

What We Offer (Why Vets Love It Here)

Compensation and Transparency

• Base salary: $130,000–$150,000 DOE
• Production bonus with no negative accrual
• Sign on bonus up to $50,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid licenses, DEA, PLIT, and professional dues
• CE allowance: $2,500 per year plus paid CE days

Schedule and WorkLife Balance

• Four-day workweek (four 10-hour shifts)
• No after-hours emergencies
• Rotating Saturdays only
• Generous PTO so you can truly unplug

Practice Highlights

• Upcoming State-of-the-art facility in The Woodlands (new building in 2027)
• Digital radiology and in-house lab
• Strong focus on preventive care and client relationships
• Low turnover with a genuinely happy team
• Regular team events and a supportive, upbeat environment
• Culture That Actually Means Something We are an independently run practice with no corporate medical input.
• Our culture is built on clear values we live every day: Respect, Learning, Do the Right Thing, WOW Service, and Fun.
• No micromanagement. No burnout culture. Just trust, support, and celebrating wins together.

Who We’re Looking For

• Licensed (or soon to be licensed) DVM in Texas
• New graduates and experienced veterinarians welcome
• A collaborative, kind, and curious professional
• Someone who values good medicine, communication, and teamworkSpecial interests are encouraged and supported

Why This Role Is Different

This is not a “just get through the day” clinic. It’s a place where veterinarians are respected as professionals, supported as people, and encouraged to grow—without sacrificing evenings, weekends, or mental health.

Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands

Great medicine. Great people. A career you can actually enjoy.

Life in The Woodlands

Ranked the #2 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by Niche, The Woodlands offers a unique blend of natural beauty and urban convenience. With over 220 miles of trails, top-rated schools, world-class healthcare, and a vibrant cultural scene, it’s the perfect place for professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.