Veterinarian

South Belt Animal Hospital located in Houston, TX is looking for an Associate Veterinarian to join our team

• Medical Independence
• Manageable Caseload
• Convenient location

South Belt Animal Hospital was established with the commitment to provide excellent quality, compassionate care, and life-long health for pets across the community. Our hospital offers full-service health care that includes wellness exams, preventative vaccinations, examinations, diagnosis and treatment of diseases, surgery (including spays and neuters), dentistry, radiology and in-house diagnostic laboratory tests. We also perform routine testing for heartworms, intestinal parasites, feline leukemia test, and other microscopic exams.

This is a great opportunity for a doctor who enjoys collaborating, and making a meaningful impact. With new Hospital Management leadership in place and strong support from the broader network, the practice prioritizes a positive, team-driven culture and elevating patient care.

• 4 exam rooms with a spacious, well-utilized layout and dedicated doctor workspace
• Fully equipped surgical suite with cautery unit and designated surgery days
• IDEXX in-house lab (Pro Cyte, Catalyst, urinalysis) for efficient diagnostics
• Established, community-focused practice with a loyal client base (“family doctor” feel)
• Manageable caseload with 30-minute appointments and dedicated surgery blocks
• No Sundays, no after-hours or on-call requirements
• Consistent 4-day workweek + rotating short Saturdays with flexible scheduling
  - we will work with your schedule!
• Competitive base salary plus production bonuses (NO negative accrual)
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Retention and relocation bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability policy
• Plentiful paid vacation, sick, and holiday time
• CE allowance and paid CE days
• 401(k) with company match
• No non-compete agreement
• Medical independence
• Career Growth Opportunities - Medical Director track for the right candidate!
• Renowned mentorship program for new doctors
• Flexible Schedule, No On-call, No Overnights, No Sundays

South Belt–Ellington is a well-established southeast Houston community offering a convenient suburban setting with a mix of residential neighborhoods, local amenities, and nearby retail and dining options. With easy access to major freeways, the area provides a straightforward commute and a comfortable balance of accessibility and everyday livability within the greater Houston metro.

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

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