An established privately owned small animal hospital in the Plano TX area is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join its growing team. This opportunity offers the chance to practice high-quality medicine in a well-equipped hospital while benefiting from exceptional support, strong earning potential, and genuine long-term career development. The practice has built an outstanding reputation within the local community and continues to invest heavily in both its facilities and team. Whether your passion lies in surgery, consulting, or a mixture of both, the hospital offers the flexibility to shape your role around your clinical interests.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing exceptional medical care to companion animals
- Conducting consultations and preventative healthcare appointments
- Performing routine soft tissue surgical procedures
- Developing strong relationships with clients and patients
- Collaborating closely with an experienced veterinary and support team
- Contributing to a positive and supportive hospital culture
Work Schedule
- 4 days per week (Monday to Friday)
- Shift options: 8:00am-5:00pm or 9:00am-6:00pm
- Alternate Saturday shifts (8:00am-1:00pm or 12:00pm-5:00pm)
- No Sundays
- No on-call or out-of-hours work
Hospital Facilities
- Digital radiography
- Ultrasound
- Therapeutic laser
- Dedicated surgical suites
- Advanced dental equipment
- Electronic medical records
- Ongoing investment in new clinical equipment
Support & Professional Development
- Structured mentorship and development programs
- Over 100 years of combined veterinary experience across the team
- Excellent veterinarian-to-support staff ratio
- Long-standing and highly skilled technicians and assistants
- Continuing education and professional growth opportunities
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary of $150,000 - $200,000 depending on experience
- 20% production bonus
- Realistic total earnings exceeding $200,000+
- No negative accrual
- Equity and ownership opportunities available
Additional Benefits
- Three weeks paid time off plus holidays
- Retirement plan with employer matching
- Health insurance support
- Continuing education allowance
- Professional memberships, licenses, and DEA fees covered
- Conference and travel assistance
- Annual pet care allowance
- Accommodation assistance available
- Free on-site parking
Candidate Requirements
- DVM or equivalent veterinary degree
- Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Texas
- Minimum of two years of small animal clinical experience
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Passion for delivering high-quality patient care