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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Cornerstone Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian - Cornerstone Animal Hospital

Cornerstone Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated veterinarian to join our 1.5 doctor fast growing small animal practice....

Blackhorse Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

We have modern equipment including in-house lab (Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Cytology), digital radiography, therapeutic laser, dental radiography, and dentistry....

Texas Litter Control

Veterinarians - Surgeons - 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....

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

Veterinarian - Part Time

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 Candidates...

Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice

Veterinarian - Full Time

of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD/BVMS) Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license Able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted and up to 100 lbs with assistance Candidates will be subject to a background and...

Tempus Veterinary Recruitment

General Practice (Veterinarian)

Join a family-owned veterinary service in Dallas that is dedicated to providing peaceful and dignified end-of-life care for pets in the comfort of their homes. This compassionate practice views...

Frontier Veterinary Clinic

Associate Veterinarian

We can support an experienced associate veterinarian or a new graduate eager to learn and grow! ...

PriorityPet Urgent Care - National

DVM Veterinary Partner & Hospital 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....

Lubbock Small Animal Emergency Clinic

Emergency Veterinarian

Qualifications  Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school. License to practice veterinary medicine in Texas....

Portland Veterinary Hospital - Portland, TX

Associate Veterinarian

Company Description About the Practice:  Rated 4.7 Stars on Google: Portland Veterinary Hospital is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team....

PAAC-People Assisting Animal Control

Veterinarian

We are seeking an additional Veterinarian to join our dynamic team. Our current full-time veterinarian works an average of 30 hours per week....

Ward Animal Hospital

Associate Veterinarian

Ward Animal Hospital is seeking a compassionate veterinarian to join our dedicated team in historic Nacogdoches, Texas....

Texas Litter Control

Veterinarians - General Practice - 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....

Texas Litter Control

Relief Veterinarians - TRY BEFORE YOU BUY! - 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....

Veterinarian Partners

Veterinarian

About the Clinic: Well-established practice in McKinney, serving the area since 1940 High-quality equipment includes EKG, BP, digital radiography, and a fully equipped laboratory General and Dental...

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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
33.3%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
15.2%
Associate's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Master's Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
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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