Frontier Veterinary Hospital -Associate Veterinarian

PetVet Care Centers; White Settlement (TX); Sur place; USD 135 000 - 145 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Pet discounts

Wellbeing resources

CE stipends

Résumé du poste

Frontier Veterinary Hospital in White Settlement, TX seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join a collaborative team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. The role emphasizes high-quality care, client communication, and comprehensive medical workups to improve pet health.

You will work with a supportive Hospital Manager and Regional Director in a modern clinic with a diverse caseload and opportunities for CE and mentorship.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited college/university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Commitment to high-quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication with clients and staff

Responsabilités

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties and controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Weekly priorities with Hospital Manager
• Monitor hospital protocols from intake to discharge
• Attend daily rounds when possible
• Participate in practice management updates and training
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management

Connaissances

DVM/VMD

State License

DEA registration

Clinical skills

Surgical skills

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD

Description du poste

Frontier Veterinary Hospital -Associate Veterinarian

Frontier Veterinary Hospital -Associate Veterinarian

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our team at Frontier Veterinary Hospital . The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing high-quality veterinary care and possess excellent communication skills to build lasting relationships with our clients. You will work alongside a team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, and support staff and will work closely with the Hospital Manager and Regional Director.

Frontier Veterinary Hospital in White Settlement, Texas—on the west side of the DFW metroplex is looking for an experienced veterinarian to join our team. We offer flexible scheduling options and a supportive environment where your skills can truly make a difference.

Why Frontier?

We’re a high-quality, full-service hospital with a mission to make veterinary care accessible without compromising standards. Here’s what you can expect:

• Diverse and interesting caseload – every day brings something new
• Meaningful impact – provide care to a wide demographic in need
• Skilled, reliable support staff – work with people who know what they’re doing
• Modern equipment – including digital radiography, ultrasound, and a full in-house lab
• Schedule flexibility – build a fulfilling life both inside and outside the clinic
• Encouragement to grow – pursue your clinical interests with CE and mentorship support
• Incentives to join – signing/retention bonus for local candidates or travel reimbursement for those relocating
• Custom schedule options – 3 shifts per week, 6-on/8-off, or let’s build a plan that works for you

About the Location

White Settlement offers the best of all worlds. We’re near Lake Worth with easy access to outdoor activities, just 20 minutes from downtown Fort Worth, and close to sought-after areas like Benbrook and Mira Vista. Whether you want to live urban, suburban, or rural, your commute will be short and sweet.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Signing, retention and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary and Production Bonus - no negative accrual option available
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• Client communication and education
• Performing diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintaining accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications to patients and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for the daily running of the hospital from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds when possible to be sure the highest standards are being upheld
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Performs other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills.
• Excellent surgical and dental skills.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high-quality veterinary care.
• Excellent Communication Skills and the ability to communicate effectively, efficiently, and in a timely manner with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff.
• Client communication skills, must be able to elicit information, establish rapport, offer explanations with pet owners.
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain.
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work.
• Position does require the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Clinical Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrate clinical knowledge and skill in examining and assessing animals. Perform cardiovascular, respiratory, orthopedic, neurological and other necessary examinations. Diagnosis and prescribe appropriate treatment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to develop solutions to challenges relating to the management of a high-quality veterinary hospital.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication of diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients. Display effective communication with internal medical and hospital staff.
• Professionalism: Work as part of a high-quality, professional veterinary team with the ability to provide and receive appropriate constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback.
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice.
• Ethics: Knowledge and understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients.
• Commitment to Continuing Education: Commitment to utilize available resources of continuing education and to facilitate learning of others.

Pay Range: $135,000 — $145,000 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V