Animal Hospital Jobs in Houston’s Rice Village
Rice Village Animal Hospital is hiring. We’re an AAHA-accredited animal hospital that has served Houston since 1976, and we’re open Monday through Friday only: no nights, no weekends, ever.
If you want a veterinary job where your well-being and growth matter as much as patient care, we’d like to hear from you.
Open Positions
We’re currently accepting applications for:
To apply for any position, email your resume and cover letter to info@rvahpet.com and tell us which role you’re interested in.
Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Full-time, 4 days a week · Monday–Friday schedule
From puppies to seniors, no two days are alike. You’ll work alongside a collaborative team that backs each other up, with the tools to practice good medicine efficiently.
Technology you’ll work with
- In-house IDEXX lab for fast results
- Digital X-ray and ultrasound
- AI note scribe (ScribbleVet), so you spend less time charting
- ezyVet practice management software
- Weave phone system
What we’re looking for
- DVM licensed in Texas (required)
- A clear, compassionate communicator who can explain medicine in plain language
- A team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues
- Preferred, but we’ll cover the cost if you don’t have them yet: DEA registration, USDA accreditation, Fear Free certification
Pay and benefits
- Competitive salary plus bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off
- CE support, tuition reimbursement, and professional development assistance
- PLIT coverage
- Paid uniforms
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts and a referral program
To apply: email your resume and cover letter to info@rvahpet.com. Bonus points if you bring your favorite animal joke to the interview. We take medicine seriously, but not ourselves.
Veterinary Assistant
Veterinary assistants support our doctors and technicians with patient handling and restraint, exam room and treatment area preparation, and keeping the hospital clean and running smoothly. You’ll work the same Monday–Friday schedule as the rest of the team, with no nights or weekends.
To apply: email your resume to info@rvahpet.com with “Veterinary Assistant” in the subject line. We’re happy to share the full job description and benefits for this role.
Veterinary Receptionist
Our receptionists are the first people clients meet and hear. The role covers greeting clients and patients, answering phones, scheduling appointments, and checking clients in and out, all during Monday–Friday hours with no nights or weekends.
To apply: email your resume to info@rvahpet.com with “Veterinary Receptionist” in the subject line. We’re happy to share the full job description and benefits for this role.
Why Work in Rice Village?
Rice Village, next to Rice University, is often called one of the best places to live in Houston, and it’s a great place to spend a lunch break. Our team’s favorite spots include Tostadas Regias, Pho Binh, and Grinder’s Coffee Bar. Nearby you’ll also find:
- Hermann Park, the Houston Zoo, and Miller Outdoor Theatre
- The Museum District: Houston Museum of Natural Science, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Holocaust Museum Houston, Contemporary Arts Museum Houston, and the Children’s Museum
- Color Factory, the Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library, and Rice University athletics
We love our city and are proud to be part of Rice Village. Questions about working here? Email info@rvahpet.com.