Associate Veterinarian
Listed compensation
starting at $125K
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Job Description
Company Description
Associate Veterinarian | Starting Salary at $125,000 | Mentorship Opportunities
O'Connor Animal Hospital is a thriving, full-service practice providing exceptional care to dogs and cats in Irving, TX. We are excited to be hiring an Associate Veterinarian to join our dedicated and collaborative team.
Why Choose Us?
Led by the experienced and highly respected, Dr. Kang, our hospital has become a trusted part of the community. Whether you are a new graduate, eager to learn, or an experience doctor seeking a busy environment, you’ll thrive here!
Beautiful Facility and Equipment: Work with cutting-edge technology, including in-house diagnostics, digital dental, ultrasound, X-Ray, etc.
Diverse Case Mix: Opportunities to participate in advanced procedures such as orthopedic and laparoscopic surgeries, if desired.
Tenured Support Staff: Benefit from a strong 3:1 support staff ration, with highly trained technicians.
Benefits
We offer DVMs extensive benefits including a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan reimbursement, future ownership opportunities, etc.!
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Irving, Texas is a vibrant city nestled between Dallas and Fort Worth, known for its diverse community, rich culture, and convenient location. Home to the stunning Las Colinas development, the city offers world-class art, dining, and entertainment. With scenic trails, lakeside views, and a strong business presence, Irving blends modern amenities with a welcoming neighborhood feel.
Job Description
- Full Time or Part-Time Veterinarian
- Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry
We Offer Our Veterinarians
- Competitive Compensation starting at $125,000
- Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy
Signing Bonus
- Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)
- Future Ownership Opportunities
- DVM Mentor Network
- Paid CE Allowance & Professional Dues
Qualifications
- Doctor of Veterinary degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university
- Active veterinary state license
- Current DEA License preferred but not required
- USDA Accreditation preferred but not required
- Additional Information
We Are a DRUG-Free, Smoke-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Company Policy & Federal & State Laws Forbid Discrimination Because of Age, Color, Race, Religion, Sex, Disability, Sexual Orientation or National Origin
This is a fully remote U.S.-based position with occasional travel required.
Alliance Animal Health offers a competitive compensation package including salary, bonus opportunity, health benefits, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact across a rapidly growing organization.
Compensation: from USD 125000 - yearly
Key Responsibilities
Provide veterinary care for dogs and cats, including general medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Work with a collaborative support team and may participate in advanced orthopedic and laparoscopic procedures.
Key Skills
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 48 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 73% have no call, 46% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian at Alliance Animal Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary — ranked against 4,407 active Veterinary listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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