About the role
Practice
The doctors and staff of Best Friends Animal Hospital are committed to the following:
- Providing comprehensive, high quality medical, surgical, dental, and preventative medical care exclusively for small animals.
- Providing technical expertise, both professionally and with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Showing compassion and genuine concern for our patients’ health and well-being.
- Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness. Meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.
Position Purpose
- ASSOCIATE VETERINARIAN Best Friends Animal Hospital | Houma, Louisiana
- LOVE VETERINARY MEDICINE. LOVE YOUR SCHEDULE TOO.
- What if your veterinary career gave you the time and flexibility you want outside the clinic?
- Best Friends Animal Hospital is looking for a Full-Time or Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our established small animal practice in Houma, Louisiana.
- NO WEEKENDS. PREDICTABLE HOURS. SUPPORTIVE TEAM.
- We believe you do your best work when you have time to focus on your patients, your clients, and yourself.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE BEST FRIENDS
- 4-day full-time schedule, Monday through Friday• NO WEEKENDS• Predictable, flexible scheduling• Full-time and part-time opportunities• Consistent, manageable caseload• Collaborative doctors and supportive staff• Strong, established client base• Focus on quality medicine without unnecessary pressure
Sign-on bonus available
$100,000-$110,000 base annual salary
20% Prosal
Unlimited Personal Time Off
Relocation assistance available
YOUR DAY AT BEST FRIENDS
You’ll practice small animal medicine in an organized, team-focused environment where communication matters.
Your day will include
- Caring for a consistent patient caseload• Building lasting relationships with clients• Collaborating with experienced doctors and staff• Practicing quality medicine without a rushed pace• Enjoying a schedule designed to support life outside the hospital
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR
We’re looking for a DVM who values teamwork, communication, quality medicine, and a healthy work-life balance.
You’ll be a strong fit if you are:
- A licensed DVM with small animal experience• A clear and compassionate communicator• Team-oriented and collaborative• Interested in a stable, long-term opportunity• Looking for a schedule that gives you your time back
COMPENSATION
$100,000-$110,000 annually
20% Prosal
Full-Time or Part-Time
READY FOR A BETTER VETERINARY SCHEDULE?
If you’re looking for a practice where you can do great medicine, work with a team you enjoy, and have your weekends back, Best Friends Animal Hospital deserves a closer look.
Join our team in Houma, Louisiana and build a veterinary career that works for your life.
Competencies
What Makes This a Good Fit
- Experienced in general small animal medicine
- Confident performing routine soft-tissue surgery
- Experienced in dentistry or genuinely open to learning and expanding dental skills
- Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and teammates
- Works well in a collaborative, team-focused environment
- Values efficiency, consistency, and quality medicine
- Willing to provide occasional flexibility to help cover vacations
Essential Responsibilities
What You’ll Be Doing
- Examine, diagnose, and treat small animal patients
- Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to patient needs
- Perform soft-tissue surgical procedures and dental treatments
- Interpret diagnostic results including lab work and imaging
- Prescribe medications and recommend preventative care
- Educate clients on treatment options and long-term care
- Maintain accurate and timely medical records
- Practice medicine in accordance with veterinary ethics and regulations
Requirements/Qualifications
Requirements & Qualifications
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
- Appropriate state licensure.
- Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD.
- Vet will have 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.
Benefits Offered
Benefits Offered
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
Pay Range
USD $100,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.