Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates, Inc.; Friendswood (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off

CE allowance & CE days

401(k) with company match

No non-compete

Mentorship

Work-life balance

Limited Saturdays

Job summary

Friendswood Animal Clinic, just south of Houston, seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced 6-doctor team. We foster high-quality medicine with a supportive staff in a well-equipped, fast-paced environment.

We offer competitive base pay with production bonuses, sign-on and relocation bonuses, great benefits, mentorship, and flexible scheduling. No on-call, no overnights, and minimal Saturdays support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• DVM degree from an accredited university.
• Licensure to practice in Texas.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Commitment to high-quality veterinary medicine and ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to patients.
• Support a fast-paced, organized practice.
• Collaborate with a multi-doctor team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Client-first mindset

Lifelong learning

Education

DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)

Job description

Job Type: Veterinarian - General Practice

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Established in 1969 (over 55 years!), Friendswood Animal Clinic, located just south of Houston and minutes from Galveston, is seeking a passionate Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced, 6-doctor, upbeat team. This is a fantastic opportunity to practice high-quality medicine with the support of highly trained staff in a well-equipped, fast-paced yet organized environment. We have been considered a "well-oiled machine" by doctors when they come to visit. Everyone jumps in when needed and keeps everything collaborative and positive. This also an excellent environment for new grads who are welcome to apply!

What We Offer:

• Competitive base salary plus production bonuses (NO negative accrual)
• Generous s ign-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
• Mentorship and clear career growth opportunities
• Medical independence
• Work-Life Balance: No on-call, no overnights, no Sundays, flexible scheduling. 1/2 Saturdays are minimal due to the amount of docs.
• Strong mentorship, collaborative culture, tenured staff

Our Facility Includes:

• 8 exam rooms, 2-table surgical suite, treatment room with 3 wet/dental tables, large doc’s office
• Ultrasound, isoflurane anesthesia & suction unit
• IDEXX ProCyte DX, Catalyst DX & SediVue (automated urinalysis)
• Full in-house diagnostics: urinalysis with sediment, PCV/TP, blood smear differentials, skin & ear cytology
• AVImark EMR with full exam room computer access
• Large, fully stocked on-site pharmacy

Job Requirements:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university

Licensure in good standing to practice in Texas

• Strong communication skills and a client-first mindset
• Team player with a positive, collaborative approach
• Passion for high-quality veterinary medicine and ongoing learning

Why Friendswood?
Our city combines small-town charm with top-tier schools, parks, and family-friendly living, plus easy access to Houston’s cultural hub and Galveston’s coastal fun.

If you're ready to grow in a positive, progressive environment and deliver outstanding care to a loyal client base, we’d love to meet you!