Managing Veterinarian | Walton County Animal Clinic | Bonus Package Available

Managing Veterinarian | Walton County Animal Clinic

Walton County Animal Clinic is a full-service, multi-doctor hospital that has been treating pets in our community for almost 40 years. We offer the highest quality wellness, diagnostic, and surgical services to our canine and feline companions.

Our team excels at making every day fun. Our doctors are supported by a young, energetic team of veterinary technicians who we utilize for anything and everything.

Lead with heart. Shape the future of a legacy practice.

Managing Veterinarian | Walton County Animal Clinic

DeFuniak Springs, Florida | Sign-On Bonus Package Available

Some leadership roles ask you to step away from medicine. This one lets you lead by practicing it.

For nearly 40 years, Walton County Animal Clinic has earned the trust of generations of families by providing compassionate care and building lasting relationships throughout the community. As our next Managing Veterinarian, you'll have the opportunity to build on that legacy while helping shape the future of an established practice.

This role is ideal for an experienced veterinarian who enjoys mentoring others, leading by example, and staying actively involved in patient care. You'll partner with an experienced team to support medical excellence, develop fellow veterinarians, and foster a collaborative culture where everyone is empowered to do their best work.

We believe great leaders should have the autonomy to make an impactand be rewarded for the leadership they bring. In addition to competitive base compensation, this role includes a monthly MDVM leadership stipend and quarterly bonus opportunities, providing additional earning potential beyond your base salary.

Why You'll Love Walton County Animal Clinic

• Lead an established practice with nearly four decades of community trust
• Stay clinically active while mentoring and supporting fellow veterinarians
• Earn additional compensation through a monthly MDVM leadership stipend and quarterly bonus opportunities
• Clinical autonomy with the support of experienced operational leadership
• Collaborative, team-first culture built on respect and communication
• Strong technician utilization that allows doctors to focus on practicing medicine
• Flexible scheduling designed to support life outside the hospital
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the continued growth and success of the practice

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care while remaining actively involved with patients and clients
• Lead by example, helping shape and maintain high medical standards across the practice
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians as they grow clinically and professionally
• Partner with hospital leadership on medical decisions, practice goals, and continued growth
• Foster a collaborative, accountable culture where great medicine and teamwork come first
• Build lasting client relationships through compassionate communication and education
• Support consistent medical protocols, accurate records, and high standards of patient care

What You'll Bring

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited program
• Active Florida veterinary license, or ability to obtain
• DEA licensure, or eligibility to obtain
• Clinical experience in small animal medicine with confidence practicing independently
• A genuine interest in leadership, mentorship, and developing others
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Collaborative, positive, and professional approach to patient care and team leadership
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with larger patients or equipment as needed

Leadership Should Come With More

• Competitive Base Compensation
• Monthly MDVM Leadership Stipend
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Flexible Personal Time Away
• Flexible Scheduling
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Match
• Continuing Education & Licensure Reimbursement
• Ongoing Leadership Development
• Employee Assistance Program & Mental Wellness Resources
• DVM Referral Bonus Program

If you're ready to stay close to the medicine you love while taking the next step in your career as a leader, we'd love to connect and show you what your future at Walton County Animal Clinic could look like.

Pay Range: USD $125,000.00 - USD $160,000.00 /Yr.