Associate Veterinarian- South Arlington Animal Clinic

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – South Arlington, TX | Flexible Schedule | No On-Call | Mentorship + Leadership Growth

South Arlington Animal Clinic is actively seeking a full-time or part-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) to join our established small animal general practice in Arlington, Texas. If you're looking for a supportive, family-oriented veterinary team that prioritizes work-life balance, mental wellness, and high-quality patient care, we’d love to connect with you.

Located in south-central Arlington, our clinic takes a thoughtful, relationship-based approach to veterinary medicine—allowing our team the time needed to deliver exceptional care while ensuring clients feel heard, valued, and supported.

About the Role

As our practice continues to grow, we’re seeking a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about small animal medicine, client communication, and team collaboration. This role is ideal for a veterinarian who values personalized care, enjoys building client relationships, and is eager to contribute to a positive clinic culture.

Why Join South Arlington Animal Clinic?

  • Flexible scheduling (full-time or part-time options)
  • No on-call or emergency hours
  • A collaborative, low-stress environment focused on quality over quantity
  • Strong mentorship for new graduates + career growth opportunities
  • Pathway to Medical Director leadership role
  • 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

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

  • Active Texas 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

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your professional success and personal well-being:

  • $75,000 Bonus Package(DOE)
  • VERY Competitive base salary + production (no negative accrual)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO with rollover
  • Paid parental leave / bonding time
  • Annual CE allowance + paid CE days
  • Paid licensing fees and professional dues
  • AVMA PLIT coverage
  • Uniform allowance
  • Personal pet care discounts

Plus

  • Dentistry training with a board-certified specialist
  • Access to a Medical Advisory Board
  • Unique perks like state fair tickets, National Park passes, and charitable donation matching

Arlington, TX is a vibrant and growing city located between Dallas and Fort Worth, offering a unique blend of urban energy and welcoming charm. Home to major attractions like sports stadiums, Six Flags, shopping, dining, and live entertainment, it provides plenty of options for recreation. With close proximity to a D1 university, international airport, lakes, and top school districts, Arlington is an ideal place for both professionals and families to live and thrive.

  • Location: 3315 S Collins, Arlington TX
  • Hours: weekdays 7:30am-6pm, Saturdays 8am-1pm

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.

South Arlington AC 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 high-quality small animal medical care and perform diagnostics while maintaining excellent client communication. The role involves collaborating with the veterinary team to ensure a positive clinic culture and delivering personalized patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active Texas veterinary license. Successful completion of the NAVLE and a commitment to evidence-based medicine are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

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, 92% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicineranked against 3,072 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $123k–$143k)23 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Texas255 active3,101 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 92% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas healthcare professional listings: 39% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 20% offer loan repayment374 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings962 in the last 30 days517 the 30 days before (+86%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+1.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,072 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- South Arlington Animal Clinic at South Arlington Animal Clinic a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,072 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Location & Logistics

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

Top Veterinarian Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

5 jobs
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$55k
1
$120k
0
$125k-160k
3
$160k-195k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution

5 jobs
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1-2
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3-4
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Veterinarian

Pure Paws Veterinary Care · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#2

Veterinarian

Veterinary Practice Partners · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Associate Veterinarian - Alliance

up to $170K
#4

Associate Veterinarian

From $120k
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 6.9
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,072 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO with rollover
Paid parental leave
Annual CE allowance and paid CE days
Paid licensing fees and professional dues
AVMA PLIT coverage
Uniform allowance

Living in Arlington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$287k
Typical market rent
$1,468/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 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.