Associate Veterinarian- Sooner Veterinary Hospital

VeterinarianNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – Sooner Veterinary Hospital (Norman, OK)

Sooner Veterinary Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our growing small animal veterinary hospital in Norman, just minutes from the University of Oklahoma campus.

We are seeking an experienced Veterinarian with strong surgical proficiency and a demonstrated interest in advanced procedures, who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity to further develop your career within a collaborative, full-service veterinary practice.

  • Core Competencies
  • Small Animal Medicine
  • Preventive Care & Wellness
  • Companion Animal Health
  • Veterinary Diagnostics
  • Soft Tissue Surgery
  • Dentistry
  • Client Communication
  • Case Management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Anesthesia & Pain Management
  • Digital Radiography
  • Ultrasonography
  • New Graduate Mentorship
  • Professional Development

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)

  • Active Oklahoma veterinary license in good standing, or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
  • Successful completion of the NAVLE
  • Commitment to practicing high-quality, evidence-based veterinary medicine
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
  • Dedication to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

Why Join Our Veterinary Team?

At Sooner Veterinary Hospital, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality veterinary care, building long-term client relationships, and fostering a positive, supportive work environment. Our multi-doctor veterinary team brings diverse expertise in:

  • Preventative care & wellness exams
  • Veterinary dentistry & oral surgery
  • Internal medicine
  • Dermatology & cardiology

Client Education & Pet Wellness

You’ll work alongside multiple experienced veterinarians supported by a highly skilled team, including Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), allowing you to focus on practicing excellent medicine.

Benefits Package

  • Competitive base salary
  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual
  • Generous bonus / relocation package
  • No weekends, on-call or after hour emergency coverage
  • 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 membership dues / licensing / AVMA PLIT
  • Structured mentorship program
  • 401(k) options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Why Norman, Oklahoma?

Living and working in Norman offers an ideal balance of affordability, community, and career opportunity. Home to the University of Oklahoma, the city provides a vibrant college-town atmosphere with great dining, local events, and cultural experiences, while maintaining a friendly, close-knit feel.

Residents enjoy a low cost of living, short commutes, and easy access to Oklahoma City for additional amenities.

With nearby outdoor recreation like Lake Thunderbird State Park and a growing population of pet owners, Norman offers both a high quality of life and strong professional opportunities—making it an excellent place to build a fulfilling career and lifestyle.

If you’re dedicated to veterinary medicine and eager to join a high-caliber team, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

  • Website: soonervet.net
  • Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm
  • Location: 107 Vicksburg Ave., Norman, Oklahoma, 73071

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.

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

Provide high-quality veterinary care to small animal patients, including preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and case management. Communicate with clients and collaborate with veterinarians and support staff to deliver excellent patient care and service.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college or an equivalent international qualification, have completed the NAVLE, and hold or be able to obtain an Oklahoma veterinary license. The role calls for strong clinical judgment, communication, teamwork, commitment to evidence-based care, and interest in continued professional development.

Qualifications

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

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Oklahoma is 87.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Oklahoma clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 84% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Oklahoma?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,033 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $140k (middle half $130k–$162k)485 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingOklahoma index 87.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Oklahoma33 active3,078 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 84% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,033 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian- Sooner Veterinary Hospital at Western Veterinary Partners a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,033 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

29 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

14 jobs · 8 employers
4
<$80k
2
$80k-115k
4
$115k-150k
4
$150k-185k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

14 jobs · 8 employers
CME allowance
86% this job
401k / retirement match
86% this job
Sign-on bonus
64% this job
Relocation assistance
36% this job
Loan repayment
21%

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 6.6
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,033 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • 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 with no negative accrual
Generous bonus / relocation package
No weekends, on-call or after hour emergency coverage
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

Living in Norman

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$248k
Typical market rent
$1,357/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.4
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Oklahoma City, OK metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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