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Flower Mound, Texas

Associate Veterinarian- Highland Pointe Animal Hospital

VeterinarianFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Veterinarian- Highland Pointe Animal Hospital (Flower Mound, TX)

Are you searching for an Associate Veterinarian (DVM) opportunity in the Dallas-Fort Worth area that offers mentorship, advanced medicine, work-life balance, an AAHA-accredited hospital, and a collaborative team culture? Highland Pointe Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our team!

At Highland Pointe Animal Hospital, we believe pets are family. We are committed to delivering exceptional small animal medicine with a personalized, relationship-based approach. Our team is passionate about combining cutting-edge veterinary care with outstanding client service in a supportive and positive environment.

Why Join Highland Pointe Animal Hospital?

  • AAHA-accredited hospital committed to the highest standards of veterinary medicine
  • Collaborative and experienced multi-doctor team
  • Strong mentorship available for new graduates
  • Advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities
  • Family-oriented culture with an emphasis on teamwork and communication
  • Loyal client base that values high-quality care and long-term relationships
  • Fear-free, compassionate approach to patient care
  • Our veterinarians have extensive backgrounds in emergency medicine, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, and exotic animal care, creating an incredible environment for professional development and collaboration.
  • 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 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

Benefits Package

  • Very Competitive base salary DOE
  • Quarterly production with no negative accrual
  • Generous bonus/relocation package
  • Growth opportunities available
  • 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 Dues and PLIT
  • Structured mentorship program
  • 401(k) options
  • Personal pet discounts
  • Plus more!
  • Why Flower Mound, TX?

Flower Mound is one of the most desirable communities in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, offering excellent schools, beautiful neighborhoods, outdoor recreation, and easy access to Dallas and Fort Worth. Located near Grapevine Lake and Lake Lewisville, the area provides the perfect blend of suburban comfort and big-city amenities. Whether you enjoy hiking, dining, live music, sports, or family-friendly activities, Flower Mound offers an exceptional quality of life.

If you’re looking for a veterinarian job where you can grow professionally, practice high-quality medicine, and truly enjoy coming to work each day, we’d love to meet you! Apply Today!

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

The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality small animal medical care, including surgery, diagnostics, and preventive wellness services. They will also collaborate with a multi-doctor team to ensure exceptional client service and patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited institution and possess an active Texas veterinary license. Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a commitment to evidence-based veterinary medicine are required.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Evidence-based medicine

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, 86% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
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 Texas280 active3,407 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 86% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusTexas healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $63k) · 18% offer loan repayment379 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings1,234 in the last 30 days503 the 30 days before (+145%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

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

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Salary Distribution

12 jobs · 8 employers
3
<$140k
4
$140k-160k
3
$170k
1
$185k
1
$200k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs · 8 employers
Sign-on bonus
92% this job
401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
83% this job
Relocation assistance
67% this job

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 1.5
Below most Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,392 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Western Veterinary Partners

Veterinary Services
Denver
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Very Competitive base salary DOE
Quarterly production with no negative accrual
Generous bonus/relocation package
Growth opportunities available
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 Flower Mound

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$436k
Typical market rent
$2,298/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 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.