General Practice Veterinarian - Belton, TX

General Practice Veterinarian

Belton Small Animal Clinic | Belton, TX

Belton Small Animal Clinic is seeking a General Practice Veterinarian (DVM) to join our compassionate, collaborative, and highly skilled veterinary team. If you are passionate about high-quality companion animal medicine and want to grow your veterinary career in a supportive, well-equipped practice, we’d love to meet you.

This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced veterinarians and newer graduates looking for mentorship, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance.

Veterinarian Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Strong foundation in preventive care and wellness medicine
• Experience or interest in general surgery and general dentistry
• Comfortable in a busy, fast-paced small animal practice
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Passion for providing compassionate, high-quality animal care
• Team-oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• Current (or eligible) U.S. veterinary licensure preferred

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: ProSal with no Negative Accrual
• Up to $50,000 sign-on bonus available for experienced candidates
• Financial relocation assistance available for candidates making a move
• Health/Dental/Vision insurance with HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions
• Student loan assistance for early career candidates – up to $20,000/year for 4 years
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance of $2,500 annually + paid CE days
• Licensing & dues paid for state license renewal, DEA, and AVMA membership
• Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and paid parental maternity/paternity leave
• Wellness and mental health tools to fit your personalized needs with Calm Health, Teladoc, Kindly Human, Fertility Advocacy, and NB Fitness
• Professional development programs including:
  • Global FAST ultrasound training
  • Dental training with a board-certified dentist
  • Leadership cohort programs

Why Choose Belton Small Animal Clinic?

Belton Small Animal Clinic is a long-standing, trusted full-service veterinary hospital serving the Belton community with excellence for years. Our mission is to strengthen the human-animal bond through compassionate, ethical, and progressive veterinary care.

Practice Highlights:

• Full-service small animal general practice
• Advanced diagnostics and modern veterinary equipment
• Highly skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Established and loyal client base
• Positive, team-oriented culture focused on growth and leadership development
• Veterinary Services Offered

Our comprehensive services include:

• Wellness and preventive care
• Vaccinations and parasite prevention
• Comprehensive dental care
• Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery
• Spay and neuter procedures
• In-house diagnostics (laboratory, radiography, ultrasonography)
• Dermatology and allergy treatment
• Laser therapy and pain management
• Boarding and daycare services
• Professional grooming
• End-of-life and palliative care
• Daytime emergency veterinary services

Clinic Hours

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Live and Work in Belton, Texas

Belton offers a welcoming community with abundant outdoor recreation, scenic natural areas, and a growing culinary scene. Known for its rich history and access to lakes, parks, and trails, Belton is an ideal location for veterinarians who enjoy both professional fulfillment and an active lifestyle.
Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy Belton Lake and Stillhouse Hollow Lake for boating, fishing, hiking, and camping
Vibrant Community: Festivals, farmers markets, historic downtown, and local events year-round
Affordable Living: Lower cost of living, great schools, and family-friendly neighborhoods
Prime Location: Easy access to Austin (45 minutes) and Waco (30 minutes)

Love Where You Work

Join a practice where veterinarians say, “I love my job.” At Belton Small Animal Clinic, exceptional pet care starts with an exceptional team.

About Belton Small Animal Clinic

Belton Small Animal Clinic, located about an hour north of Austin, TX, is a full-service veterinary practice with state-of-the-art surgical suites and multi-faceted medical and dental capabilities. We have an engaged and devoted leadership team dedicated to growth and development. We have a client-centered and progressive medicine culture.

We provide canine, feline, and senior pet wellness services, as well as soft-tissue surgery, laser therapy, spay/neuter, pain management, dermatology, allergy treatment, daytime ER care, and end-of-life care to the growing community of Belton, TX. A paradise for nature lovers, Belton is known for its enticing natural wonders that offer endless opportunities for exploration and outdoor fun! Let’s not forget the emerging culinary scene and rich history throughout the area that is sure to offer something for everyone.

Be one of those "I love my job" people at Belton Small Animal Clinic. We strive to make Belton Small Animal Clinic so much more than an animal hospital; with modern equipment and a very experienced and highly leveraged technician team, we take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Belton Small Animal Clinic is a proud partner of Innovetive Petcare. Where we believe that you are the future of veterinary medicine. Cultivate, innovate, develop, and collaborate. Excellent pet care comes from exceptional teams.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited veterinary school (or equivalent)
• Active veterinary license in good standing in the state of Texas
• Experience in companion animal wellness, preventive care, and client communication
• Skilled in—or motivated to grow in—general surgery with ongoing continuing education
• Commitment to gold-standard medicine and the veterinary code of ethics
• Passion for collaboration with doctors, technicians, and leadership to improve patient outcomes

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Belton Small Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender,