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Associate Veterinarian

iVET360
iVET360 Salary
Dallas, TX Part Time
POSTED ON 5/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/6/2026
Lakewood Veterinary Center | East Dallas

High-Quality Medicine Without Sacrificing Your Life

Some veterinary jobs promise “work-life balance.” At Lakewood Veterinary Center, they actually protect it.

We’re a privately owned, deeply respected practice in the heart of East Dallas, and we’re looking for an Associate Veterinarian who wants to practice exceptional medicine with a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

This is the kind of clinic people hope to find but rarely do:

A supportive owner who still believes people matter.

A loyal client base that trusts you.

A collaborative team without ego or toxicity.

And a schedule that lets you have a real life outside the hospital.

No weekends.

No late nights.

No corporate pressure.

No burnout culture disguised as “passion.”

Just good medicine, good humans, and a practice built with intention.

Why Veterinarians Love It Here

You’ll Feel the Difference Immediately

The culture at Lakewood is something special. The team is kind, grounded, collaborative, and deeply committed to doing right by both patients and each other. There’s mutual respect here. No drama. No micromanagement. No revolving door.

Clients notice it too. This practice is beloved in the community because the team leads with integrity, compassion, and consistency.

Privately Owned. Truly Independent.

No corporate scripts. No quotas. No impossible production expectations.

You’ll work directly alongside an owner who is invested in your growth, your wellbeing, and creating an environment where veterinarians can actually thrive long term.

A Schedule That Protects Your Sanity

Imagine loving veterinary medicine again because you finally have time to breathe.

Lakewood Veterinary Center is closed on weekends and major holidays. There’s no on-call, no emergency shifts, and no expectation that work should consume your entire life.

You can be a great doctor and still make dinner plans, spend time with family, walk White Rock Lake, or enjoy East Dallas after work.

That shouldn’t feel revolutionary, but here we are.

Beautiful Hospital. Excellent Medicine.

Our modern 4,100-square-foot facility is thoughtfully equipped so you can practice confidently and efficiently, including:

  • Digital radiography
  • Full in-house laboratory
  • Therapeutic lasers
  • Modern surgical and dental capabilities
  • Fear-conscious, relationship-centered approach to care

We believe medicine should feel collaborative, not chaotic.

The Details

Compensation

  • Competitive salary: $140,000–$170,000
  • Quarterly bonus opportunities
  • Flexible scheduling options for full-time or part-time candidates

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life & disability coverage
  • SIMPLE IRA with employer match
  • CE allowance
  • Professional dues/licensing support
  • Mentorship and collaboration from a genuinely supportive team

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a DVM (or eligible for licensure in Texas) who values:

  • High-quality medicine
  • Meaningful client relationships
  • Team collaboration
  • Compassionate communication
  • A healthy, sustainable career

Maybe you’re an experienced veterinarian ready to leave burnout behind.

Maybe you’re a newer grad searching for mentorship without toxicity.

Either way, if you’re kind, capable, and want to enjoy veterinary medicine again, we’d love to meet you.

Come See Why This Team Stays

Lakewood Veterinary Center isn’t trying to be the biggest practice in Dallas.

We’re trying to be the kind of place veterinarians never want to leave.

Send Your Resume Or Reach Out Confidentially To

Dr. Wright at drwright@lakewoodvetcenter.com

Explore The Practice

lakewoodvetcenter.com

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