1. Providing comprehensive, high quality medical, surgical, dental, and preventative medical care exclusively for small animals.
2. Providing technical expertise, both professionally and with state-of-the-art equipment.
3. Showing compassion and genuine concern for our patients’ health and well-being.
4. Maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness. Meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

Associate Veterinarian
Best Friends Animal Hospital
2118 Coteau Rd
Houma, Louisiana

Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus!
Compensation: $90,000-$100,000 annually

Best Friends Animal Hospital is hiring an Associate Veterinarian. This is a strong fit for an experienced doctor who wants balance, consistency, and a team that works well together.

Why Best Friends Animal Hospital

This is a well-established small animal practice with a steady client base and a collaborative culture. Doctors communicate openly and support each other throughout the day. The team respects your time in the clinic and outside of it. The focus stays on quality medicine without unnecessary pressure.

Schedule and work style

Work a flexible 4 day per week full-time schedule Monday-Friday. NO WEEKENDS! The schedule stays predictable and supports time away from work. There is flexibility to help with vacation coverage when needed.

What your day looks like

You practice small animal medicine in a calm, organized setting. You focus on patient care and build strong client relationships without a rushed pace.

• Manage a consistent caseload across three full days
• Collaborate with a supportive team of doctors and staff
• Build trust with clients through clear communication
• Maintain a steady, manageable workflow

What you need

• DVM with experience in small animal medicine
• Strong communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Interest in long-term stability and balanced scheduling

What you get

• Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
• Three-day work week
• Weekends off
• Predictable schedule
• Supportive, collaborative team

This role offers a clear structure, strong team support, and a schedule that protects your time. Apply to join Best Friends Animal Hospital.

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

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

• 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

• 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