Associate Veterinarian

Description

Saint Francis Pet Care Center is looking for a full-time or part-time Veterinarian to join our team in Tarpon Springs, FL.

About You

You can care for pets throughout every stage of their lives, build lasting relationships with clients, and become a trusted part of the local community. You’ll work alongside a supportive team in a collaborative environment that values high-quality medicine and compassionate care. You’ll be empowered to focus on what matters most, delivering exceptional care and supporting the health and well-being of every patient. Wherever you are in your career, this is a place where you can continue to grow as both a veterinarian and a leader.

Our progressive compensation model includes competitive base salaries with production compensation opportunities — plus, no negative accrual.

Whether you’re a new graduate looking for mentorship and hands-on support or an experienced veterinarian seeking autonomy and flexibility, you’ll have the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a collaborative and welcoming environment. New graduates and experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply.

We are open to both full-time and part-time veterinarians and welcome candidates seeking flexibility, collaboration, and the opportunity to practice high-quality medicine in a supportive environment.

About Saint Francis Pet Care Center

We’re a progressive small animal general practice veterinary hospital located in beautiful Tarpon Springs, Florida, focusing on preventive care, wellness exams, dentistry, soft tissue surgery, diagnostics, and compassionate lifelong pet care for dogs, cats, and some exotic pets. Our hospital has a collaborative, team-oriented environment and a loyal, relationship-driven client base that values personalized veterinary medicine. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care, fostering long-term client relationships, and supporting professional growth. Compassion, teamwork, communication, and medical excellence are all equally important.

Located near Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches, nature preserves, and the vibrant Tarpon Springs waterfront, Saint Francis Pet Care Center offers an excellent opportunity for veterinarians seeking work-life balance in a coastal community.

Our hospital is equipped with advanced veterinary technology including:

• In-house laboratory equipment
• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• High-speed dental equipment
• Ultrasound
• Surgical laser
• In-house stem cell equipment

We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am – 6:00pm and Saturdays from 8:00am – 1:00pm, serving Tarpon Springs, Trinity, Keystone, and surrounding Pasco and Pinellas County communities.

Tarpon Springs offers veterinarians an outstanding Gulf Coast lifestyle with beautiful beaches, waterfront dining, outdoor recreation, boating, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Located near Tampa and Clearwater, the area provides easy access to major city amenities while maintaining a relaxed coastal feel that supports strong work-life balance.

At Saint Francis Pet Care Center, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local culture with the benefits of Thrive's national resources. Click here to learn more.

To learn more about this opportunity, apply today, or reach out to us at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Your Experience & Skills

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM / VMD) or equivalent degree required
• State Veterinary Board License and must be in good standing for the state in which they intend to be hired, prior to their start date
• Active DEA license or DEA licensure eligible

Benefits – Our Care In Action

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools and assistance

*Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

Thrive’s Medical Excellence and Education Department leads training and mentorship programs designed to support and empower you with the knowledge, tools, and resources to strengthen and nurture your professional journey.

Plus, we offer rich Medical Excellence through Education programs including Meant to Thrive doctor mentorship, comprehensive RACE-accredited dental education, team and patient safety resources and guidance - and more!

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, digital booking, Thrive PlusTM membership, HereFurYou Helpline, an online pharmacy and flexible financial options* make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet owners, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members are empowered and feel a sense of belonging.