General Practice Veterinarian (Associate Veterinarian)

Job Description

Introduction
Our client is a well-established, multi-doctor animal hospital located in Fort Myers, FL, seeking a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join their exceptional team. This AAHA-accredited and Feline Friendly hospital is renowned for delivering world-class medical, surgical, and dental care, supported by cutting-edge technology and a highly skilled support team. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who is passionate about practicing advanced, compassionate medicine in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a full-time position. The hospital operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, providing a balanced schedule that promotes both professional fulfillment and personal well-being.

Role Description and Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care to patients while delivering exceptional client service and education. Daily duties include performing wellness exams, diagnostics, and surgeries, with opportunities to expand into areas such as orthopedics, dermatology, and internal medicine. This position is open to experienced veterinarians as well as those looking to further develop their skills within a supportive and technologically advanced environment. The role also involves close collaboration with a highly trained team to ensure every patient receives top-quality, individualized care.

Practice Details
This hospital combines a strong reputation for excellence with a state-of-the-art facility designed to support comprehensive veterinary medicine. The practice features separate dental and surgical suites, endoscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiography, as well as an in-house laboratory and pharmacy. Services offered include advanced surgical procedures such as orthopedic, soft tissue, and laser surgery, as well as dermatology, echocardiography, cryosurgery, and cold laser therapy. The hospital also provides preventive care, behavioral and nutritional counseling, and specialized wellness programs. The team’s commitment to professional growth, patient comfort, and clinical excellence ensures a positive and forward-thinking workplace culture.

Team
The hospital has 4 DVMs and a great support team, including two Certified Surgery Technicians and dedicated treatment and lab technicians for each doctor. The environment is collaborative and mentorship-oriented, promoting continual learning and teamwork across all levels of the practice.

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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