Associate Veterinarian - Dallas
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Job Description
At GoodVets, we believe veterinary medicine can be better – for doctors, teams, pets, and pet parents.
We're looking for an Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about delivering exceptional medicine, building trusted relationships with clients, and growing alongside a collaborative team.
This is an opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a modern hospital where you'll be empowered to manage a diverse caseload, continuously develop your clinical skills, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and the people who love them. You'll work alongside experienced doctors and supportive hospital leaders who are committed to your growth and success.
What You'll Find at GoodVets
- Clinical autonomy and trust
- Modern hospitals and technology
- Collaborative, growth-minded teams
- Mentorship and professional development
- Unlimited CE and professional growth support
- Competitive compensation + production
Paid Parental Leave and Sabbatical Program
- If you're looking for more than your next job – if you're looking for a place where you can make a meaningful impact on patients, people, and the future of veterinary medicine, we'd love to meet you.
- Dive into the details: View the full job description.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now or schedule a one-on-one conversation.
Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will deliver high-quality medical care and manage a diverse caseload in a modern hospital environment. They will also focus on building trusted relationships with clients and collaborating with the hospital team to ensure successful patient outcomes.
Requirements
Candidates must be passionate about veterinary medicine and committed to professional growth and clinical excellence. The role requires the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team and a dedication to providing exceptional care to pets and their owners.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Texas, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$141k (54 salary observations; 593 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $123k (middle half $110k–$145k)17 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $141k median in Texas | $140k nationally (+1%)54 state / 873 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Texas | 263 active | 3,246 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 94% no call · 92% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 37% state a sign-on bonus (median $63k) · 19% offer loan repayment376 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,270 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+158%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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