Locum Veterinarian - Greater Austin Area, TX

VeterinarianNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Locum Associate Veterinarian (DVM)

Western Veterinary Partners | [Location]

Flexible Schedule. Diverse Caseload. Long-Term Stability.

Western Veterinary Partners is seeking a Locum or Regional Associate Veterinarian to support our network of veterinary hospitals throughout the [Region].

This unique opportunity combines the flexibility and variety many veterinarians enjoy about relief work with the stability, benefits, and long-term support of a permanent position.

You'll work alongside talented veterinary teams across multiple hospitals, helping provide exceptional patient care while experiencing different practice styles, teams, and communities throughout the region.

Whether you're looking for a change of pace, enjoy variety in your workweek, or simply prefer not to be tied to a single hospital, this role offers an exciting alternative to traditional associate positions.

Why Veterinarians Love This Role

Variety Without Starting Over

  • Enjoy the opportunity to practice medicine in multiple hospitals while remaining part of one organization.
  • Work with diverse teams and caseloads
  • Experience different hospital cultures and workflows
  • Build relationships across a regional veterinary network
  • Avoid the monotony of seeing the same schedule every day

Flexibility With Stability

  • Unlike traditional relief work, you'll receive the support and benefits of permanent employment.
  • Consistent salary
  • Production opportunities

Benefits Package

  • CE support
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities

Focus on Medicine

Our Regional Associate Veterinarians step into hospitals to provide support where it's needed most.

You May Assist With

  • Vacation coverage
  • Maternity leave coverage
  • Temporary staffing support
  • Hospital growth initiatives
  • Mentorship support
  • New hospital onboarding
  • What You'll Practice
  • Case variety will depend on the hospitals you support but may include:
  • Wellness and preventative care
  • Urgent care appointments
  • Dentistry
  • Soft tissue surgery
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Internal medicine

Fear Free Medicine

You'll have opportunities to work with a wide range of experienced veterinarians and support staff throughout the region.

About Western Veterinary Partners

Western Veterinary Partners is a people-first veterinary organization supporting hospitals across the United States.

Our mission is to empower veterinary teams to practice exceptional medicine while preserving the unique culture and identity of each hospital.

Unlike many veterinary groups, we believe local leadership, hospital autonomy, and strong relationships create the best experience for veterinarians, staff, clients, and patients.

Schedule: We're committed to building a schedule that works for both our hospitals and our doctors.

  • Depending on your preferences and regional needs, schedules may include:
  • Four-day work weeks
  • Full-time or part-time options
  • Flexible scheduling opportunities

Limited Travel Within the Region

Travel expectations and hospital assignments will be discussed during the interview process.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward flexibility and expertise.

Benefits May Include

  • Competitive base salary
  • Production bonuses
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Relocation assistance
  • Paid time off
  • CE allowance and CE PTO
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Professional dues and licensing reimbursement
  • VIN membership
  • 401(k)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Employee pet care discounts

What We're Looking For

  • DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in [State(s)]
  • Adaptable and team-oriented mindset
  • Strong communication skills
  • Passion for high-quality patient care
  • Comfort working in a variety of hospital environments
  • Both experienced veterinarians and confident early-career doctors are encouraged to apply.
  • The Best Fit For This Role

This Opportunity Is Ideal for Veterinarians Who

  • Enjoy variety and new experiences
  • Adapt quickly to different teams and workflows
  • Like building relationships across multiple hospitals
  • Want relief-style flexibility with permanent employment benefits
  • Enjoy helping teams succeed during periods of growth or transition

If you're looking for a veterinary career that offers flexibility, variety, and meaningful impact without sacrificing stability, we'd love to connect.

Join Western Veterinary Partners and help support exceptional veterinary medicine across the region.

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 Locum Associate Veterinarian will provide medical support across multiple veterinary hospitals within the region, including wellness exams, surgery, and urgent care. They will assist with hospital growth, mentorship, and temporary staffing needs while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an accredited veterinary program and be licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas. Strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to various hospital environments and team workflows are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Wellness careTeamworkAdaptabilityClinical diagnostics

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 96% require no weekends.

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  • No weekends

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$560k
Typical market rent
$1,881/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary
Production bonuses
Sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance
Paid time off
CE allowance and CE PTO
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Professional dues and licensing reimbursement