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Veterinarian | Houston, TX | Nottingham Animal Clinic

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Grow Your Career. Love Your Team. Make an Impact in Houston.

Nottingham Animal Clinic is a vibrant small‑animal practice in Houston, and we’re looking for a dynamic veterinarian to help grow our collaborative, long‑tenured team. If you’re craving a role where you can practice great medicine and enjoy real work‑life balance, this is the place.

This position offers a six‑figure base salary plus production, a $125k bonus plan, strong clinical support, schedule flexibility, personalized 1:1 career coaching, a 401(k) match, access to our doctor vacation program, and “true” paid time off that actually lets you recharge.

About the Position

We’re seeking an experienced veterinarian who loves variety — someone who enjoys a mix of general practice and same‑day urgent care and thrives in an environment where no two days feel the same.

Looking for flexibility? You’ve got options. We offer part‑time or full‑time schedules, both including Wednesdays and every other Saturday (half day), so you can build a work week that fits your life.

This is an excellent fit for a doctor who thrives in a fast‑paced but supportive environment and values autonomy paired with a strong team.

About the Hospital

Nottingham Animal Clinic is committed to providing compassionate, high‑quality veterinary care to the Houston community. Our facility includes:

  • Two exam rooms
  • One surgical suite with modern equipment
  • Full dental workup capabilities
  • Sophisticated in‑house laboratory for internal medicine cases
  • The ideal candidate is comfortable with soft tissue surgery, routine exams, and same‑day urgent care.

Why Houston?

Houston offers an unbeatable blend of affordability, diversity, and big‑city amenities, making it an ideal place to live and work. With a thriving food scene, year‑round outdoor activities, and a welcoming community, it’s easy to feel at home here. Whether you’re into arts, sports, or weekend adventures, Houston has something for everyone.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive six‑figure base salary plus production
  • No negative accrual
  • 1:1 personalized career coaching
  • Lucrative bonus packages
  • Flexible scheduling

“True” paid time off (base and production)

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • 100% paid life and disability insurance
  • Generous pet care perks
  • Access to a financial planning platform
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time and allowance for professional development
  • Access to our doctor vacation program
  • And more! Check out our Ultimate CarePackage

Responsibilities

  • Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
  • Treat and dress wounds
  • Perform surgery on animals
  • Test for and vaccinate against diseases
  • Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
  • Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
  • Prescribe medication
  • Work closely in collaboration with Team Members to provide high quality care

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
  • Licensure in the state(s) candidate will be working
  • Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
  • Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
  • Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
  • Strong fondness and understanding of animals
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of animal behavior
  • Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply

If you’re excited about practicing high-quality medicine in a modern, well-equipped hospital with a loyal client base and a collaborative, long‑tenured team, we’d love to connect.

To learn more or start the conversation, contact Stephanie Cooper at (303) 552‑8143 or scooper@carevethealth.com.

You can also apply directly by clicking the button below.

About the Network

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.

Watch this video to learn more!

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Animal diagnosisVaccinationX-ray operationAnimal handlingClient communicationMedical record keepingPrescription managementTeam collaborationDecision making under pressure

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

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).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 68% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian | Houston, TX | Nottingham Animal Clinic at CareVet Health a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,108 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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25 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution13 jobs

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5
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs

Sign-on bonus
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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
77%
Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.9
Better work-life than 70% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,108 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About CareVet Health

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St. Louis, Missouri
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Six-figure base salary plus production
$125k bonus plan
Flexible scheduling
True paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
100% paid life and disability insurance
Generous pet care perks