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CityVet DVM
McKinney, Texas

Associate Veterinarian - McKinney

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

CityVet McKinney is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, doctor‑led team.

About Dr. Johnston's CityVet | McKinney

CityVet McKinney owned and led by Dr. Leigh Johnston, a Texas A&M graduate whose veterinary journey began right here at CityVet as a receptionist and technician. Because Dr. Johnston rose through the ranks herself, she has built an intentional, collaborative environment where every team member is valued and heard.

She is deeply passionate about maintaining a low-stress culture - not just for her patients, but for her staff. At CityVet McKinney, we focus on transparent client communication, personalized medicine, and true work-life balance, giving you the freedom to practice high-quality care without the corporate burnout.

About CityVet

For over 25 years, CityVet has been a company founded and led by veterinarians. We believe in empowering our doctors to practice medicine their way, fostering a culture of collaboration, and providing a clear path to career growth. Our local ownership model is backed by national support, giving you the autonomy you desire with the resources you need to succeed.

  • We are proud of our reputation, which is reflected in our accolades:
  • Certified as a Great Place to Work™ for three consecutive years.
  • Recognized as the #11 Best Place to Work on Glassdoor across all industries.
  • The only GP veterinary company named on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Health Care™.
  • A 4.8-star average Google rating from over 10,000 client reviews.

How We Break the Mold

As a CityVet Veterinarian, you will focus on providing high-quality medical care to pets while building lasting relationships with their owners. We are looking for a doctor who is committed to excellence in general practice or urgent care services.

  • At CityVet, we C.A.R.E. about our doctors:
  • Culture: A workplace where people feel supported and valued
  • Advancement: Growth through mentorship and ownership opportunities
  • Relationships: Deep connections with teams, clients, and communities
  • Excellence: Delivering the best for people and pets
  • We invest in your future with unparalleled veterinary career opportunities:
  • A Pathway to Ownership: We offer a unique opportunity for partnership without the high financial pressure.
  • Continuing Education: Gain access to Affinity Academy for customized CE and leadership development programs.
  • Supportive Network: Join a community of over 150 veterinarians who collaborate and share knowledge.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent.
  • Licensed to practice in this state or eligible for licensure.
  • A collaborative spirit and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
  • Interest in General Practice and/or Urgent Care medicine.

Benefits & Compensation

We believe in rewarding our veterinarians with a benefits package that supports their professional and personal well-being.

  • Unlimited Earning Potential: A progressive compensation model with a guaranteed base salary and no ceiling.
  • Generous Production Commission: Earn up to 28% production commission with no negative accrual.
  • Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
  • Financial Wellness: Access to student debt support, financial planning tools, and loan repayment resources.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive mental health benefits.

Exceptional Health Care: We provide free virtual urgent care for all full-time team members and their families.

  • Want a Sneak Peek Into Life at CityVet? Check out these videos to learn more about
  • Why Is Our Culture At CityVet So Good?
  • Words to Describe CityVet

Why Work at CityVet?

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to lead a team, grow into ownership, and find your forever clinic, this could be the perfect fit. We’d love to chat.

For other CityVet roles, visit our careers page.

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Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical care to pets while building lasting relationships with their owners. Perform general practice or urgent care services in a collaborative, doctor-led environment.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical diagnosticsSurgeryPreventative care

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

CityVet DVM ranks #2 of 13 employers hiring Veterinarian on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 64% have no call, 52% require no weekends.

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).

Location & Logistics

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

Top Veterinarian Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution20 jobs · 17 employers

6
<$145k
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$145k-160k
5
$160k-175k
6
$175k-190k
1
$227k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks20 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
85% this job
Sign-on bonus
80%
Relocation assistance
40%
Loan repayment
10% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$177k-$227k
#2

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$130k-$185k
#3

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$120k-$180k
#4

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+ 18 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,971 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in McKinney

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$392k
Typical market rent
$1,773/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 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.

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About CityVet DVM

Veterinary Services
Dallas, Texas
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 4% employer match
Student debt support
Financial planning tools
Loan repayment resources
Generous paid time off
Paid parental leave
Comprehensive mental health benefits
Free virtual urgent care for team members and families