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Lago Vista Animal Clinic
Lago Vista, Texas

Associate Veterinarian - Lago Vista Animal Clinic (Lago Vista, TX)

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian - Lago Vista Animal Clinic, Lago Vista, TX

Local Austin and/or national relocation bonus opportunities available!

At Lago Vista Animal Clinic in Lago Vista, TX, we are AAHA-Accredited and dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive veterinary care for our patients.

Our experienced team offers a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, surgery, and dental care, using advanced medical technologies and treatments.

We prioritize client education and communication, ensuring pet owners have the information they need to make informed decisions about their pets' health. Join our team and become part of a practice that values integrity, excellence, and the well-being of every animal in our care.

This is a full-time or part-time role with scheduling flexibility, currently closed on weekends. We’re open to veterinarians with a minimum of two years of experience. Must be licensed (or able to become licensed) in Texas for consideration.

  • Core Competencies
  • DVM/VMD from an accredited program
  • Licensed (or eligible) in Texas
  • 3+ years of hands-on clinical experience preferred
  • Strong surgical, diagnostic, and communication skills
  • Passion for high-quality patient care and client service

Benefits Package

  • Flexible schedule
  • Competitive base salary DOE
  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual
  • Generous bonus / relocation package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (with HSA option)
  • Generous annual PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave / bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance with days off to attend
  • Professional development assistance
  • Paid Professional Dues and PLIT
  • Structured mentorship program
  • 401(k) options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Plus more!
  • Lago Vista, TX

Lago Vista, TX, offers a serene lakeside setting with stunning views of Lake Travis and the Texas Hill Country, providing residents with abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. Residents can enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, and golfing, as well as exploring the nearby parks and nature trails.

The town has a close-knit community atmosphere, with local events, farmers markets, and cultural activities throughout the year. With its natural beauty, friendly residents, and small-town charm, Lago Vista provides an ideal environment for both work and leisure.

If you're a compassionate veterinarian looking for your next adventure in Austin, we encourage you to apply today!

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. You will be provided more detailed information about compensation and benefits for your specific location.

Where required under applicable law, the company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

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Lago Vista Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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Key Responsibilities

The associate veterinarian will provide comprehensive veterinary care, including wellness exams, surgeries, and dental procedures. They are also responsible for client education and maintaining high standards of medical communication and patient well-being.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree from an accredited program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas. A minimum of two years of clinical experience is required, with a preference for three or more years.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Veterinary medicineDentistryDiagnostic skillsClient communicationMedical technology

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, 84% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.3 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,130 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $128k–$160k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Texas256 active3,147 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 84% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusTexas healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 20% offer loan repayment376 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings996 in the last 30 days502 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,130 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian - Lago Vista Animal Clinic (Lago Vista, TX) at Lago Vista Animal Clinic a 6.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,130 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

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<$100k
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$100k
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$145k-190k
1
$220k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

8 jobs
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1-2
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Higher = better work-life balance

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.3
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,130 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site
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About Lago Vista Animal Clinic

Veterinary Services
Lago Vista, Texas

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Competitive base salary DOE
Quarterly production with no negative accrual
Generous bonus / relocation package
Medical, dental, vision (with HSA option)
Generous annual PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave / bonding time
Annual CE allowance with days off

Living in Lago Vista

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$371k
Typical market rent
$1,754/mo
Residents’ average commute
35 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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