Associate Veterinarian

Description

Associate Veterinarian

The Animal Hospital of Smithson Valley | Spring Branch, TX

Ready to take your veterinary career to the next level in a supportive, thriving environment?

At The Animal Hospital of Smithson Valley , we’re not just hiring—we’re investing in the next veterinarian who will help carry our hospital forward. Whether you're an early-career doctor hungry to grow your confidence or an experienced clinician ready to expand into new areas, this is a uniquely supportive environment where your interests are nurtured and your potential is taken seriously.

Here, you won’t be “just another doctor.” You’ll be a valued medical professional with the freedom to learn, the space to practice high-quality medicine, and the mentorship to step boldly into the next chapter of your career.

What Makes Us Different

Elevated Medicine, Empowered Doctors

We believe great medicine happens when veterinarians are given time, trust, and autonomy. You’ll have all three—plus an experienced technical team, modern diagnostics, and clients who want thoughtful, thorough care.

Mentorship That Helps You Level Up Fast

Have an interest you’ve always wanted to pursue? A skill you want to master?

Our Medical Director loves teaching and thrives on collaborative cases. From advanced soft tissue to ortho and laparoscopic procedures, you’ll have hands-on surgical mentorship that grows with you. If there’s a clinical niche you want to develop—we’ll help you build it.

A Path Toward Leadership (If You Want It)

For doctors with an eye toward the future, this role comes with the opportunity to grow into a Medical Director position. We’ll support you through structured leadership development so you can build not only your clinical skills, but your confidence as a leader.

Balanced Scheduling Designed for Real Life

You’ll enjoy a flexible 4-day workweek, minimal Saturday rotations, and zero after-hours or on-call expectations—allowing you to recharge, spend time with loved ones, and pursue life outside the clinic.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree
• State Veterinary Board License in good standing

Benefits and Perks

Discover Spring Branch, TX – A charming suburb of San Antonio

Spring Branch isn’t just a place to live — it’s a place to belong. With top-rated schools, welcoming neighborhoods, and endless access to rivers, parks, and the beautiful Texas Hill Country, it’s a community built for connection and everyday adventure. Located between San Antonio and Austin, Spring Branch lets you tap into city energy when you want it. Whether you're building a career or putting down roots, Spring Branch offers the perfect place to grow.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.