ER Veterinarian

Join Our Emergency Team as an Associate Veterinarian

Veterinary Emergency Clinic (VEC) – Sarasota, FL

Ready to take your emergency medicine career to the next level—without sacrificing teamwork, support, or a great quality of life? The Veterinary Emergency Clinic (VEC) in sunny Sarasota, FL is looking for a full-time Associate Emergency Veterinarian to join our exceptional ER team.

You’ll work alongside experienced, collaborative emergency doctors in a modern, well-equipped facility that’s designed to help you thrive as a clinician and a leader.

Why You’ll Love VEC – Sarasota

Excellence, Compassion & Collaboration

These aren’t just words on our walls—they define how we practice medicine, support one another, and serve our community.

High-Quality Medicine You Can Be Proud Of

We’re known locally as a dependable and trusted ER that delivers top-tier patient care, outstanding client service, and strong referral relationships.

A Truly Supportive ER Culture

We foster an upbeat, positive environment where learning never stops. You’ll have access to advanced equipment, hands-on training, and mentoring opportunities to build confidence and expand your skill set—including endoscopy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy .

Advanced In-House Diagnostics & Technology

• Full IDEXX laboratory
• Blood gas analyzers
• Coag profile, bile acids, cortisol
• Heska blood typing
• Imagyst digital slide reader
• Cytospin
• Vimago CT
• ForceTriad vessel fusion
• Veterinary PRP/stem cell centrifuge
• Hyperbaric oxygen chamber
• Snyder oxygen cages
• Therapeutic laser

Who We’re Looking For

You’re a self-aware, confident, and positive leader who enjoys guiding a skilled technician team with respect and collaboration.

• Surgical experience is a plus (and training is available!)
• You thrive in a team-based environment
• You bring progressive ideas and a growth mindset
• You’re dedicated, upbeat, and ready to make an impact

Apply today via the United Veterinary Care Careers Page or email your CV and cover letter to ***email_hidden*** .

Compensation Highlights

• Competitive salary
• Monthly production bonuses with NO negative accruals
• Sign-on bonuses up to $50,000
• No non-compete

Flexible Schedules

• Three 12-hour shifts per week (12 shifts/month) OR
• Two 15-hour shifts per week (8 shifts/month)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Complimentary short-term disability
• Complimentary life insurance ($25,000), plus voluntary coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program (Headspace)
• 401(k) with generous company matching
• Florida Blue medical plans (3 tiers)
• FSA, HSA, or HRA options
• United Healthcare dental (including a 100% company-paid option)
• Vision insurance
• Long-term disability (employee-paid)
• Progyny fertility & family-building support
• Generous CE allowance
• Pet care team member discounts
• Paid time off (sick, personal, vacation & CE)
• AVMA PLIT provided
• VIN membership
• License & dues reimbursement (state license, DEA, VMA, AVMA, ± specialty)
• Access to Sage, Wiley, and Elsevier master accounts
• Digital musculoskeletal support
• Referral bonus program
• DailyPay on Demand

Life in Sarasota

Enjoy stunning white-sand beaches, incredible dining, vibrant arts and culture, and fantastic shopping—all wrapped in a relaxed beach-town atmosphere. Plus, you’re just a short drive from Tampa, Orlando, and everything Central Florida has to offer.

About United Veterinary Care

VEC–Sarasota is a proud

United Veterinary Care partner hospital . We celebrate the individuality of each hospital while providing the resources and support needed to build sustainable, fulfilling veterinary careers.

Come grow with us—and love where you work.