Associate Veterinarian - Pavillion Animal Hospital (Dallas, TX)

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – Dallas, TX | Flexible Schedule | Surgery Focus |

Pavillion Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our established small animal practice in Dallas, Texas. If you’re looking for a veterinary job in Dallas that offers career growth, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team culture, this is an excellent opportunity.

At Pavillion Animal Hospital, we are committed to delivering high-quality veterinary care with a personalized touch. Our experienced team provides comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental services, while fostering a compassionate, client-focused environment for pets and their families.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Associate Veterinarian who enjoys small animal medicine and surgery. The ideal candidate is client-focused, team-driven, and eager to grow professionally while contributing to a positive and fun workplace.

  • Core Competencies
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive & Wellness Care
  • Companion Animal Health
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Medical Record Documentation
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Professional Development
  • New Graduate Mentorship
  • Relationship Building

Required Qualifications

  • 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

Why Join Pavillion Animal Hospital?

  • Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time)
  • No negative accrual production model
  • Supportive, team-oriented culture
  • Structured mentorship program
  • Opportunity to further develop surgical skills

Compensation & Benefits

  • We offer a competitive package designed to support your professional success and work-life balance:
  • VERY Competitive base salary + quarterly production
  • Generous sign-on / relocation bonus package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA options) -Full-Time employees
  • 401(k) with company options
  • Generous PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave / bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance + paid CE days
  • Paid licensing, dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage
  • Professional development support
  • Personal pet care discounts
  • Live & Work in Dallas, TX

Dallas is a thriving, fast-growing city offering a high quality of life and diverse career opportunities. Known for its strong economy, top healthcare and tech industries, and vibrant arts scene, Dallas has something for everyone. Enjoy professional sports, world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment, all within a welcoming and dynamic community.

If you're searching for a veterinarian job in Dallas, TX where you can grow your skills, build client relationships, and enjoy a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply today and join Pavillion Animal Hospital!

Office Hours

Monday Through Friday: 7:30am to 6:00pm. NO Weekends!

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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Western Veterinary Partners 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.

Western Veterinary Partners is 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 hr@westernvetpartners.com.

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 medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals in a collaborative team environment. The role involves managing cases, performing diagnostics, and maintaining high-quality client communication and medical records.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM/VMD degree from an accredited program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas. At least 3 years of hands-on clinical experience is preferred, along with strong surgical and diagnostic skills.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Preventive care

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, 78% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Location & Logistics

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

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Benefits & Perks11 jobs · 10 employers

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

median 5.7this job 5.7
Better work-life than 50% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,073 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • On-site
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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary + quarterly production
Sign-on / relocation bonus package
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (HSA options)
401(k) with company options
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave / bonding time
Annual CE allowance + paid CE days
Paid licensing, dues, and AVMA PLIT coverage

Living in Dallas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Typical market rent
$1,591/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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