Job ID: FL14491

Ocala, Florida, US

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

Competitive Salary

Hours

Full Time

Recruiter

Gerry Bowden Thomson

+1 (786) 879-7299

Associate Veterinarian

The Package

Competitive Salary
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Sign On Bonus
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Student Loan Assistance
  • Future Ownership Opportunities
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Medical Autonomy
  • Comprehensive Benefits (paid vacation/sick time/holidays, health, dental, vision, liability, 401K, life & supplemental insurance, employee assistance program & personal pet care discounts)
  • Paid CE Allowance
  • Professional Dues

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a hospital seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join their growing, community-focused small animal team. This well-established practice provides comprehensive care to companion animals and offers a supportive environment suited to both experienced veterinarians and recent graduates seeking mentorship.

Working Hours / Rota
The position offers full-time or part-time flexibility. The hospital operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm and is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide high-quality, progressive small animal medicine with a personalized approach. Clinical responsibilities include wellness and preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dental procedures, emergency presentations, and senior pet management. The role involves building strong client relationships, developing and communicating treatment plans, and ensuring each patient receives compassionate, respectful care. The position is open to experienced veterinarians and new graduates, with a supportive environment designed to encourage professional growth.

Practice Details
This is a well-established small animal hospital committed to delivering comprehensive care while maintaining lasting client relationships. Services include boarding, dental care, diagnostics, emergency care, grooming, microchipping, nutritional counseling, parasite prevention, pet wellness programs, senior pet care, surgery, and vaccinations. The practice emphasizes continuity of care and creating a welcoming environment where clients feel confident in their pet’s primary care provider.

Team
The hospital currently has 3 DVMs and a fantastic tenured support team, fostering a collaborative, supportive culture focused on quality medicine and exceptional client service.

Candidate Requirements 

  • Must hold the relevant degree(s) and additional qualifications to work as a veterinarian in the United States of America (USA)
  • Must hold, be in the process of, or be able to obtain, a state license for the state they are applying to work in
  • Must have the right to work in the United States of America (USA), or be able to obtain the required visa to do so

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