Associate DVM

AmeriVet • Fort Worth, TX

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About The Position

Mellina Animal Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas, is a small-animal general practice that provides urgent and emergency care during business hours. The hospital has served the community for more than 40 years and emphasizes compassionate care, long-term client relationships, and treating pets like family. The average daily patient volume is 12–15, with a 3:1 support staff ratio. The caseload includes wellness and preventive care, illness and injury, dermatology, surgery, orthopedics, and urgent care. Diagnostic technology includes bloodwork, X-rays, and ultrasound.

The Associate DVM will provide patient care in a varied small-animal practice, including preventive care, sick visits, surgical cases, and daytime urgent care. The role offers medical autonomy with support from medical systems, technicians, client service representatives, and practice leadership. The hospital promotes mentorship, professional development, a collaborative culture, and work-life balance.

The advertised annual salary is $130,000–$140,000, plus production bonus. Additional compensation programs include an annual production-based DVM Long-Term Incentive cash program, with no negative accrual. The employer describes transparent production metrics and operational support to help maximize earnings. Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses are available.

Requirements

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Licensed or eligible for veterinary licensure in Texas.
• Compassionate, client-centered approach to care.
• Strong communication and client-education skills.
• Interest in contributing to a team that cares deeply about pets and their families.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for patient care and long-term client relationships.
• Collaborative approach and appreciation for a positive, supportive culture.
• Interest in a varied small-animal caseload.
• Commitment to continuous growth, client education, and medical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care for small-animal patients across preventive care, illness and injury, surgery, orthopedics, and urgent care.
• Build lasting relationships with clients and provide client education.
• Collaborate with technicians, client service representatives, practice leadership, and other team members.
• Contribute to a positive, supportive, community-focused practice culture.
• Pursue continuous professional growth and medical excellence.

Benefits

• Annual salary of $130,000–$140,000 plus production bonus.
• DVM Long-Term Incentive cash program with annual production-based bonuses.
• No negative accrual.
• Generous continuing education allowance.
• Paid licenses and professional dues.
• Referral bonus program.
• Flexible scheduling and work-life balance.
• Mentorship programs and tailored development programs.
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonuses available.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Student loan assistance.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental health resources.
• Paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree