What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinarian - North Durham Animal Hospital position at Mission Pet Health?
North Durham Animal Hospital, located in the vibrant Houston Heights, has been a pillar of comprehensive veterinary care since 1985. We operate on the foundational belief that quality medicine should be accessible, and our mission is centered on providing a complete line of affordable medical and surgical services to the Houston community. This community focus has earned us the trust reflected in our exceptional 4.7-star Google rating. If you are passionate about high-quality, patient-focused medical service and are looking for a place where you can immediately impact patient lives, this is your opportunity to join our dedicated teammates. Joining North Durham means collaborating with a dedicated group of teammates who are committed to doing their best work every day. We prioritize your professional development and ensure you have the resources necessary to succeed in your career goals. We actively support educational paths, whether you are pursuing credentialing as a veterinary technician or seeking to expand your clinical knowledge through advanced training. Furthermore, our dedicated Monday through Friday schedule, ending by 4:00 PM, supports a strong work-life balance, allowing our teammates to recover and recharge so they can consistently provide personalized, exceptional care. Our commitment to comprehensive medicine is evident in the robust range of services we provide for small animals. We are a full-service practice offering advanced medical capabilities, including Wellness and Prevention, Testing and Diagnostics, and Advanced Care. Crucially, we maintain capabilities for Surgical Procedures and Urgent Care, meaning you will handle a diverse and medically interesting caseload ranging from routine pet wellness visits to emergency medical illness or injury. Our teammates collaborate across all aspects of patient health to ensure continuous, high-quality outcomes and meet our goal of affordability without sacrificing excellent standards of care. North Durham Animal Hospital is situated in Houston, Texas, specifically within the highly desirable Houston Heights neighborhood. Known for its historical charm, vibrant food scene, and strong community engagement, the Heights offers an ideal setting for both work and personal life. As the largest city in Texas, Houston provides endless opportunities for culture, recreation, and continued education, ensuring that whether you are relaxing on your days off or engaging with the local rescue community we proudly serve, you will find a place here to grow your personal and professional roots.
What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.
Generous Compensation
Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.
Commitment to Growth
Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.
Peace of Mind
Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like
- Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
- Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
- Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
- Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
- A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
- A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
- Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.
As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.
Generous Compensation
Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.
Total Wellbeing
Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.
Financial Health
Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.
Commitment to Growth
Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.
The Power of a Network
Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.
Peace of Mind
Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.
About Mission Pet Health
Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850 hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.
Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.