Veterinarian | Cactus Vet Clinic

Position Purpose

Cactus Vet Clinic is a community-focused mixed animal practice located in the rural town of St. Jo, Texas. The clinic has a long history of serving local families, ranchers, and livestock producers, providing care for both companion animals and large animals with a strong equine component.

• Full-time or part-time opportunities available
• Mixed animal caseload with strong equine potential
• Opportunity to become a trusted veterinarian within the local community
• Collaborative support from an experienced team while maintaining autonomy in day-to-day practice
• Opportunity to help grow and shape a well-established rural practice

Nestled in the North Texas Hill Country near the Oklahoma border, St. Jo is known for its rich ranching heritage, scenic countryside, and welcoming small-town atmosphere. Home to just under 1,000 residents, the community offers a relaxed rural lifestyle while remaining within driving distance of larger cities such as the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. With local wineries, historic downtown shops, outdoor recreation, and a strong agricultural community, St.

Jo is an ideal place for veterinarians who appreciate country living and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

• Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injuries.
• Operate diagnostic equipment and collect diagnostic samples as well as interpret results.
• Advise pet owners on preventative care and treatment options.
• Perform surgery and prescribe medication as needed.
• Provide counsel around pet end of life care.
• Maintain patients’ medical records.
• Ensures compliance with veterinary ethics and relevant statutes, policies, and procedures.

• DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates professional and courteous presentation consistently with staff and clients.
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance.

• Unlimited personal time
• Bonus incentives
• Health insurance; dental insurance; vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401(k), Roth(k) with match)
• CE and licensure reimbursement
• Flexible work schedules
• Managing career path development
• Employee Assistance Program
• DVM Referral Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Relocation assistance available

USD $ - USD $ /Yr.