Associate Veterinarian- GP/Urgent Care- Westbury Animal Hospital
Listed compensation
$125k-$180k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Associate Veterinarian | Westbury Animal Hospital | Houston, TX
Looking for a place where you can grow your skills without burning out?
At Westbury Animal Hospital, we’ve built a model that blends general practice, urgent care, and ER. You get the variety and case exposure you want, with the support and structure you need.
Whether you are a new grad looking for true mentorship or an experienced DVM ready for more interesting cases, you will find your fit here.
Why Westbury
We are a 12 doctor, AAHA accredited hospital with a 20,000 square foot facility designed to support collaborative, high quality medicine.
You will have access to advanced tools and a strong clinical team, including ultrasound, video endoscopy, and complex surgical capabilities.
- Our structure allows you to build confidence while still having support around you at all times.
- What You Will Get
- $125,000 starting salary with built in growth
- Production model after 6 months with average earnings between $125,000 and $180,000
- Structured 52 week mentorship program with dedicated support
- 3 Weeks of PTO
- $2,500 CE allowance
- Paid emergency case premiums
- Full coverage of licenses and professional memberships including AVMA, DEA, and more
- AVMA PLIT coverage and 401(k)
- PPO health insurance with optional HSA
- Life in Houston
Live minutes from top restaurants, parks, and cultural spots while maintaining a manageable commute and cost of living.
The Bottom Line
If you want hands on experience, strong mentorship, and a collaborative team without feeling like just another number, this is that opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality veterinary care by blending general practice, urgent care, and emergency services. Collaborate with a team of 12 doctors to manage diverse cases in a well-equipped facility.
Requirements
The role is open to new graduates seeking mentorship as well as experienced veterinarians. Candidates must be prepared to work in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Urgent Care Career Context
Of the 42 active Urgent Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 60% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$153k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $157k in an average-cost state. 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. At the posted ~$153k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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