Veterinarian - Houston, TX
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Job Description
Who We Are
Named one of America’s Top 25 Animal Hospitals by Newsweek in 2025
Brittmoore Animal Hospital is a full-service, multi-doctor veterinary hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services to the Houston community. We offer advanced diagnostic capabilities through extensive in-house testing, state-of-the-art equipment, and collaboration with specialty referral partners when needed.
We are currently seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team. A veterinarian with an interest in reproduction and theriogenology would be a tremendous addition to our practice, and we are also open to speaking with a board-certified or residency-trained theriogenologist.
Why Brittmoore Animal Hospital?
- Expansive, Modern Facility
- 10,000-square-foot hospital
- 8 fully equipped exam rooms
- Well-stocked in-house pharmacy
- Advanced surgical suites
- Digital radiology and in-house diagnostics
- Closely supervised hospitalization area
- Extensive in-house laboratory capabilities
- Renowned Reproductive Center
- World-renowned reproductive center and surgical suites onsite
- Extensive in-house reproductive equipment
- Dedicated resident reproductive technician
- Established reproductive caseload with opportunities for continued growth and collaboration
- Exceptional Team & Culture
- Highly skilled licensed veterinary technicians
- Experienced and supportive support staff
- Strong leadership and collaborative doctor team
- Mentorship opportunities for doctors at all experience levels
At Brittmoore, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of veterinary medicine so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. Since the 1970s, we have consistently maintained accreditation through the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), demonstrating our long-standing commitment to excellence in patient care and hospital standards.
Why Houston?
Houston is one of the fastest-growing major cities in the country and offers an unmatched blend of culture, diversity, world-class dining, professional opportunities, and affordability. With vibrant communities, excellent entertainment, and a relatively low cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas, Houston is an outstanding place to build both a career and a life.
Benefits
- We believe the emotional and physical well-being of our team is essential. We offer:
- Competitive salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Continuing education allowance
- Paid vacation
- Professional dues and liability coverage
- Mentorship and professional development
And Much More
We would love the opportunity to tell you more about our hospital, our team, and the future we’re building together. Apply today!
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive pet healthcare services and advanced diagnostic testing within a multi-doctor hospital setting. Collaborate with the veterinary team and specialty referral partners to ensure high standards of patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must be licensed veterinarians, with a strong interest in reproduction and theriogenology preferred. Board-certified or residency-trained theriogenologists are also encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Texas, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$140k (46 salary observations; 620 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (873 salary observations; 7,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $123k (middle half $110k–$143k)16 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $140k median in Texas | $140k nationally (about the same)46 state / 873 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Texas | 280 active | 3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 98% no call · 94% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $63k) · 18% offer loan repayment396 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,251 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+154%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Houston, TX at Vet Cor a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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