Veterinarian Jobs in Texas

Veterinarians play a pivotal role in the veterinary industry, providing a wide range of services oriented towards the health and welfare of animals. They diagnose, treat, and research medical conditions and diseases of pets, livestock, and other animals. Their tasks include performing surgeries, treating wounds, vaccinating against diseases, and prescribing medication. They also offer advice to pet owners on general care, medical conditions, and treatments. Further, they may work in research, teaching, and public health roles, contributing to the development and implementation of animal health policies and regulations.

Veterinarians should have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree and must be licensed to practice. They need a strong foundation in biomedical sciences and must possess good analytical and problem-solving skills. They should also have strong communication skills, as they need to explain complex medical conditions and procedures to pet owners. Compassion, patience, and good manual dexterity are also essential qualities for a veterinarian. Before becoming a veterinarian, one might start their career journey as a veterinary assistant or technician, or they may work in roles such as a laboratory animal caretaker or a pet adoption counselor. These roles provide valuable experience in handling animals and understanding their behavior, as well as exposure to the veterinary field.

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

Associate Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a privately owned practice hiring for an Associate Veterinarian....

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Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

Emergency Veterinarian

Introduction Our client is a hospital seeking a Full-Time Emergency Veterinarian to provide care for cats and dogs in a fast-paced emergency setting....

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PriorityPet Urgent Care of San Antonio

Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner

Job Description We are seeking talented and entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together....

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Cy-Fair Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian OR Medical Director Veterinarian with partnership equity!

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent from an accredited university Active Veterinary State License (or ability to obtain upon hire) Current DEA License (or ability to obtain upon hire)...

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Alliance Animal Health

Relief Veterinarian - PRN/As Needed

Alliance Animal Health is seeking a relief veterinarian in the Abilene, TX area. ...

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PriorityPet Urgent Care of Houston, TX

Veterinarian, Partner & Equity Owner

Job Description We are seeking talented and entrepreneurial Veterinarians to partner with us and become Medical Directors in a practice that we will build together....

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Frontier Veterinary Clinic

Associate Veterinarian

We are excited to be hiring an Associate Veterinarian to join our dedicated team....

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Circle B Veterinary Hospital, PLLC

Associate Veterinarian Hot Opportunity

Join the Circle B team, where veterinarians can truly love being veterinarians!...

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O'Connor Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Job Description Full Time or Part-Time Veterinarian Proficient in general medicine, surgery and dentistry We offer our veterinarians: Signing bonus up to around $50,000 Competitive Compensation starting...

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Stonebrook Family Pet Clinic

Associate Veterinarian

Calling all Experienced Veterinarians: Embrace a Supportive Team and Nurture Your Personal Growth! Are you an experienced Veterinarian with a heart for animals and rich experience in the field?...

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Ellison Drive Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Advanced Equipment & Services:  State-of-the-art equipment including Ultrasound, Echo, Dental Radiograph, X-Ray, In-House Diagnostics, Laser Therapy, etc....

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Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

Mobile Veterinarian - Part time

Requirements: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Availability to work some weekends Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance...

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Cedar Park Animal Clinic

Associate Veterinarian

Job Description Full Time Veterinarian Compassionate, Team Player and Strong Communicator Proficient in general medicine and surgery We offer our veterinarians: Flexible Scheduling & Medical Autonomy...

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Mobile Pet Vax

Veterinarian

We’re hiring an Associate Veterinarian who wants to practice high-quality preventative medicine without the corporate treadmill....

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Texas Litter Control

Veterinarian HQHVSN Surgeon - We are not corporate!

Applicants must have a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, or foreign equivalent, and possess an active license to practice Veterinary Medicine in the State of Texas....

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Salary for Veterinarian Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireVeterinary research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinarian positions.

Highest Education Level

Veterinarians in Texas offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
33.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.7%
High School or GED
14.4%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Master's Degree
5.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Some College
1.5%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinarians in Texas
1-2 years
25.8%
None
19.4%
4-6 years
16.6%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
2-4 years
9.5%
10+ years
8.2%
6-8 years
7.1%
8-10 years
3.4%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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