Veterinarian - River Oaks, TX
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Job Description
Who We Are
Associate Veterinarian - Surgery Interest Encouraged
Town and Country Veterinary Clinic
Town and Country Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing small animal practice in River Oaks, Texas. We welcome both experienced veterinarians and enthusiastic new graduates who are eager to learn and grow within a supportive, team-oriented environment.
We are especially interested in candidates with a passion for surgery or a desire to further develop their surgical skills. Our full-service hospital offers a wide range of medical, surgical, and dental services supported by advanced in-house diagnostics, digital radiology, dedicated surgical and dental suites, and a collaborative team focused on high-quality patient care.
At Town and Country Veterinary Clinic, we pride ourselves on delivering compassionate care while building lasting relationships with our clients and community. Our doctors and support staff work closely together in a positive, respectful environment where mentorship, teamwork, and continued learning are highly valued. We are open to mentoring newer graduates and helping develop confidence in both medicine and surgery.
- What We’re Looking For
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Texas veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
- Interest in small animal medicine and surgery
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude
- Commitment to high-quality, compassionate care
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package
- Mentorship and collaboration with experienced veterinarians
- CE allowance and professional development opportunities
- Supportive, experienced support staff
- Paid licensure and professional dues
- Health and wellness benefits
- Work-life balance with a flexible, team-focused culture
Why River Oaks / Fort Worth?
Located just minutes from downtown Fort Worth, River Oaks offers the perfect blend of small-town feel and big-city convenience. The area provides affordable living, excellent dining and entertainment, great schools, and easy access to outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and the vibrant Fort Worth Stockyards.
Whether you enjoy live music, sports, hiking, or simply a friendly community atmosphere, the Fort Worth area offers an outstanding quality of life with a lower cost of living than many major metro areas.
If you are looking for a clinic where you can build meaningful client relationships, continue developing your skills, and enjoy coming to work each day, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care to small animal patients. Collaborate with the veterinary team to maintain a positive, respectful, and supportive clinical environment.
Requirements
Must hold a DVM or equivalent degree and possess a Texas veterinary license. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to compassionate patient care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
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, 94% have no call, 92% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $130k (middle half $119k–$155k)105 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Texas | 258 active | 3,124 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: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $63k) · 19% offer loan repayment371 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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