Veterinary Internist

Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist – Small Animal The Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch is seeking a board-certified orresidency-trained Small Animal Internal Medicine Specialist to lead and grow ourInternal Medicine service in a thriving, privately owned multidisciplinary specialty and emergency hospital on Florida’s Gulf Coast. Residents completing an Internal Medicine residency are encouraged to apply, and we welcome the opportunity to support the transition from residency to specialty practice. This is a rare opportunity to develop a high-impact specialty service with clinical autonomy, strong referral demand, and future ownership potential. About Our Hospital The Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch is a privately owned, 18,500-square-foot specialty and emergency hospital located one hour south of Tampa and minutes from Sarasota and Bradenton. Due to limited Internal Medicine availability in the region, the incoming specialist can expect to quickly establish a strong caseload, supported by an established referral network spanning more than six counties. Our hospital is fully equipped for advanced Internal Medicine practice. Our hospital is also equipped with: 128 slice GE CT, endoscopy, fluoroscopy, and multiple ultrasound units. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy Mechanical ventilation and high-flow nasal oxygen therapy In-house animal blood bank Fukuda Telemetry...and much more Our multidisciplinary team currently includes specialists in: Critical Care Diagnostic Imaging Surgery Ophthalmology Cardiology You will play a central role in advancing specialty care in the region while working alongside a highly skilled and supportive team of specialists. Schedule Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance: Part-time or full-time 3–5 days per week Compensation and Benefits Considering a move from corporate practice? We offer contract buyout assistance for qualified specialists, along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. No negative accrual Signing bonus and relocation assistance 100% employer-covered health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Simple IRA with employer matching Paid vacation and holidays Continuing education allowance and paid CE days Professional dues and licensure covered AVMA malpractice insurance Uniform allowance Access to advanced equipment and collaborative specialty support Private Practice Advantage Unlike corporate hospitals, we offer: Clinical autonomy Direct access to hospital leadership Flexibility to shape and grow your service Potential future ownership opportunities Why Join Us? We are a privately owned, veterinarian-led hospital committed to supporting our doctors and staff while providing exceptional patient care. You will have the resources,experienced support staff, and autonomy needed to practice high-quality medicine. Hospital owner Dr. Wendy Ellis has served the Bradenton–Sarasota community for over 20 years and remains deeply committed to maintaining a positive, collaborative workplace culture. We understand that compensation, schedule, and professional goals are key considerations when exploring a new opportunity and welcome confidential conversations prior to a formal interview. Dr. Wendy Ellis Owner, Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch Cell: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Dr. Devon Diaz, DVM, MS, DACVECC Director of Specialty Growth and Development Cell: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io DVM DACVIM (Internal Medicine) or residency trained #J-18808-Ljbffr Maine Veterinary Medical Center