Associate Veterinarian - Preston Road Animal Hospital - Dallas, Texas

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian – Preston Road Animal Hospital - Dallas, TX

The Chastain Veterinary Medical Group has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate Veterinarian—or recent graduate—to join us in our established north Dallas area practice.

At the Chastain Veterinary Medical Group, we value our people for their rich histories, talents, and unique perspectives, not just for their degrees, employment histories, or technical skills.

We believe that our best shot at serving the families of North Texas comes from hiring and retaining the best people in the industry. We are looking for a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian interested in doing more than just the basics. This role has growth opportunities along with being open to new graduates.

We have a high-end clientele that values their pets and generally allows complete workups. Thanks to our phenomenal location and amazing client base, you will be able to practice the level of medicine you’ve always dreamed of.

Preston Road is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and an AAHA Mentorship-accredited practice in the country.

  • Core Competencies
  • DVM or VMD degree (or foreign equivalent)
  • Active Texas State Veterinary license in good standing
  • Active DEA and Texas DPS drug license
  • Residence within reasonable driving distance of work location
  • Ability to use a PC computer and MS Office
  • An interest in exotics (or a willingness to learn) is a valuable plus, but not required
  • Top 5 reasons our veterinarians love working here
  • We all work together as a team and do not micromanage. We have multiple experienced veterinarians who are always available to help and support you by phone, and 1-on-1 mentorship for those who want that too
  • Our door is always open, and we practice honest and transparent communication with each other
  • We celebrate individual and group success, and we reward outstanding work in meaningful ways
  • We have all the necessary medical equipment to enable you to provide the highest quality general veterinary medical care, including ultrasound, dedicated dentistry suite, CO2 surgical laser, therapeutic cold laser, endoscope, digital radiology, and more
  • We maintain a friendly and collegial work environment that is inviting, unified, and fun

Full-time Benefits Package

  • Competitive base salary DOE
  • Exciting bonus program / relocation assistance
  • Generous annual PTO with rollover
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans (with HSA option)
  • 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 programming
  • 401(k) options

Personal Pet Discounts

  • Investment in your interests (state fair tickets, charity donation, etc.)
  • Plus more!

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.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

If you’re a Texas licensed veterinarian who is passionate about small animal medicine and looking to join a hospital that values your ideas, communicates clear expectations, and provides mentorship, schedule flexibility, great benefits, and top tier pay, then we encourage you to APPLY TODAY!

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At Chastain Veterinary Medical Group, our cohesive team provides the finest health care for pets, education for their families, and an encouraging, inclusive work environment for our people. For the last two decades, we’ve focused on hiring diverse talent, building intelligent teams, and fostering a supportive culture.

If you’d like to practice quality veterinary medicine with us, we encourage you to connect. For more information about the practice, pets, and passion at Chastain visit www.chastainvets.info

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Chastain Vet Group 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 general medical care to small animals, including performing diagnostics, surgeries, and dental procedures. The role involves working collaboratively with a team of experienced veterinarians and participating in mentorship programs.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree and possess an active Texas State Veterinary license in good standing. Applicants are also required to have an active DEA and Texas DPS drug license.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

SurgeryEndoscopyClient communicationTeamworkExotic animal careMedical record keepingPatient careDiagnostic procedures

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 68% have no call, 46% 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.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Visa sponsorship
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.2this job 1.7
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Dallas

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$286k
Typical market rent
$1,591/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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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Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary DOE
Exciting bonus program
Relocation assistance
Generous annual PTO with rollover
Medical, dental, and vision plans (with HSA option)
Paid parental leave / bonding time
Annual CE allowance with days off
Professional development assistance