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Associate Veterinarian
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic | Arlington, Texas
Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic is looking for a compassionate, skilled Associate Veterinarian to join our wonderful small animal team in Arlington, Texas!
For years, Dr. Karen Young and the Sanford Oaks team have built a trusted reputation for providing exceptional, compassionate care to the Arlington community. With a long-standing client base, a close-knit support team, and a strong commitment to patient care, Sanford Oaks offers an opportunity to step into a practice where relationships, teamwork, and quality medicine truly matter.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian looking for a welcoming new home or simply looking for a practice where you can grow, collaborate, and enjoy coming to work, we'd love to meet you!
Why Sanford Oaks?
At Sanford Oaks, patient care comes first. Our team takes pride in creating a warm, genuine experience for both our clients and their pets. You'll be joining a group that values compassion, kindness, knowledge, and teamwork while giving you the autonomy to practice medicine in a way that aligns with your clinical interests.
Our experienced support team is trusted to do what they do best, allowing our veterinarians to focus on their patients and enjoy their day-to-day work. We also believe in lifelong learning and regularly participate in CE opportunities, seminars, and the annual TVMA conference.
What You’ll Love About This Opportunity
Established Arlington practice with a loyal, multi-generational client base
Collaborative and long-standing support team
No on-call or emergency after-hours
Flexible scheduling
Monday-Saturday schedule with a rotating/flexible Saturday component
Opportunity to practice a broad range of general practice medicine
Strong surgery and dentistry opportunities
Fear Free patient handling techniques
Medical autonomy and the freedom to practice high-quality medicine
Regular opportunities for continuing education and professional development
Supportive environment where your ideas and clinical interests are valued
Charming hospital with 3 exam rooms
Convenient central Arlington location near Fielder & Division
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a veterinarian who is:
A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or VMD from an AVMA-accredited college of veterinary medicine (or equivalent certification for international graduates)
Licensed to practice in Texas or eligible for Texas licensure
NAVLE certified
A strong communicator who enjoys building lasting relationships with clients
Passionate about providing exceptional patient care
Comfortable collaborating closely with veterinary technicians and support staff
Confident or interested in growing their surgery and dentistry skills
A team player with a positive, collaborative attitude
Committed to continued learning and professional development
Interested in developing meaningful relationships with clients and their pets
Experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply, but we’re also excited to connect with veterinarians who are looking to grow their skills in a supportive environment.
Your Day-to-Day
You’ll have the opportunity to provide comprehensive small animal care, including:
Wellness and preventive medicine
Internal medicine and diagnostics
Companion animal health
Surgery and dentistry
Client education and communication
Case management
Medical record documentation
Building lasting client relationships
Collaborating with a talented veterinary support team
Scheduling
This is a full-time opportunity with flexible scheduling, however we are willing to consider part-time.
Our weekday hours are 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, with Saturday appointments from 8:30 AM-12:00 PM. We understand that flexibility matters, and our goal is to create a schedule that supports both our hospital and our veterinarians.
Our Investment in YOU
We want you to feel supported, valued, and empowered to build a long-term career with us. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
VERY Competitive base salary
Bonus opportunities up to $75,000
Generous PTO with rollover
No on-call or emergency after-hours
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA option
401(k) options
Medical autonomy and clinical freedom
Personal pet discounts
Paid parental leave / bonding time
Annual CE allowance with paid CE days
Paid professional membership dues and licensing
AVMA PLIT
Thought partnership and support from a talented Medical Advisor Board
Gym membership
State Fair tickets
National Park pass
And much more!
About Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
Sanford Oaks has a wonderful legacy in the Arlington community, with many clients trusting our team with their pets for generations. We’re proud of the relationships we’ve built and the personalized care we provide.
Our hospital offers:
General practice, surgery, and dentistry
Fear Free patient handling techniques
Paperless PIMS through AVImark
Regular team CE and professional development
Experienced, long‑term support staff
A collaborative and positive team culture
A charming 3‑exam‑room hospital
A strong emphasis on compassion, gratefulness, kindness, genuineness, and knowledge
And when you’re ready to step outside the clinic, you’ll be in the heart of Arlington with easy access to UTA, Six Flags, AT&T Stadium, Globe Life Field, Texas Live!, and Old Downtown Arlington.
Website: Sanford Oaks Animal Clinic
Ready to Find Your Next Veterinary Home?
If you’re looking for a practice where you can practice great medicine, work alongside a supportive team, build meaningful client relationships, and truly feel at home, we’d love to hear from you!
P.S. Want to get the inside scoop? Check out an episode of The Bootsky and Dr. Karen Show!
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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Worksite address
arlington, TX, 76000, US
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