Coastal Veterinarian - Exotics & GP, Flexible Schedule

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Retention and relocation bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

CE allowance and paid CE days

401(k) with company match

Flexible scheduling (no on-call, overn

No Sundays

Job summary

Galveston Veterinary Clinic, the island's largest veterinary hospital, seeks a Veterinarian to join a 5-doctor team. We see a diverse caseload of small animals and exotics in a busy, full-service practice just blocks from the beach.

Enjoy a collaborative culture with competitive base salary plus production bonuses, sign-on and relocation bonuses, plus comprehensive benefits and a strong mentorship program in a coastal lifestyle.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and licensure to practice veterinary medicine.
• Experience handling exotics and small animals in a busy hospital.
• Ability to work within a collaborative, 5-doctor team.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care for small animals and exotics in a full-service hospital.
• Collaborate with technicians and doctors to deliver high-quality care.
• Offer services across wellness, sick, surgery, dentistry, urgent care and exotics medicine.

Skills

Veterinary medicine

Exotics experience

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Dental radiography

Laser therapy

In-house diagnostics

Job description

Hospital Name: Galveston Veterinary Clinic

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Join Our Team as a Veterinarian at Galveston Veterinary Clinic!
Exotics caseload • 5-doc team • Recently remodeled

Galveston Veterinary Clinic, located just blocks from the beautiful beach, is seeking a Veterinarian to join our dedicated and collaborative team. This is an exciting opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a busy, full-service hospital that sees a diverse caseload of small animals and exotics while enjoying the unique lifestyle that coastal Galveston offers.

About Us:

Galveston Veterinary Clinic is the largest veterinary hospital on the island, proudly serving the community and their pets for more than 40 years with compassionate, high-quality care. Our newly remodeled, stunning standalone facility offers advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, boarding, laser therapy, and care for a wide variety of species - from dogs and cats to traditional exotics to extremely unique exotics. Some examples? How about a penguin, kangaroo, otter, raccoon, and more! We are a community-focused practice with a close-knit “island vibe” culture and a strong commitment to exceptional patient care and team collaboration.

Our Clinic Highlights:

• NEWLY renovated, beautiful standalone hospital with 11 exam rooms and a dedicated exotics wing
• Full service GP offering wellness, sick, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, boarding, and exotics medicine
• Advanced equipment including ultrasound, digital rads, dental rads, laser therapy, and extensive in-house diagnostics
• Established 5-doctor team supported by experienced technicians (2:1 ratio) and hands-on Hospital Manager
• Strong staff retention and collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Located just blocks from the beach in a vibrant coastal community known for its historic charm, local restaurants, outdoor activities, and relaxed island lifestyle

As a Veterinarian at Galveston Veterinary Clinic, you will enjoy:

• Competitive base salary plus production bonuses (NO negative accrual)
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Retention and relocation bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability policy
• Plentiful paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• No non-compete agreement
• Medical independence
• Career growth opportunities for experienced doctors
• Renowned mentorship program for new doctors
• Flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance (No on-call hours, overnights, or Sundays)

Living on Galveston Island means you can enjoy the beach, historic downtown, and a vibrant local culture while still being within easy driving distance of Houston and all the amenities of a major metropolitan area. With attractions like Pleasure Pier, Schlitterbahn, and Moody Gardens nearby, there’s always something to explore during your downtime. If you’re ready to make a difference as a Veterinarian in a thriving clinic while enjoying the coastal lifestyle, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in enhancing the lives of pets and their families in our community.