Veterinarian

Pets R Family Veterinary Hospital - General Practice Veterinarian

Who We Are:

Pets R Family Veterinary Hospital is a six-doctor small animal practice in St. Johns, FL, looking to add another veterinarian to our growing team. The hospital is led by our Medical Director and founder, Dr. Kathleen Deckard, a University of Florida graduate whose professional interests include challenging medical cases, dermatology, soft tissue surgery, and abdominal ultrasound. Dr. Deckard founded Pets R Family with a vision of providing excellent, compassionate care to the community she calls home. Under her leadership, you'll join an experienced and collaborative team where you'll be supported in providing high-quality medicine while continuing to grow your clinical skills.

Where You'll Be: St. Johns, FL

Located just south of Jacksonville, St. Johns offers a welcoming community with easy access to everything Northeast Florida has to offer. The area is known for its growing, family-friendly neighborhoods, abundant outdoor recreation, and proximity to both Jacksonville and Florida's Atlantic beaches. Whether you enjoy spending time on the water, exploring nearby restaurants and shopping, or taking advantage of year-round outdoor activities, St. Johns offers a great place to build both your career and your life.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package with a base salary of $110,000-$140,000 (based on your mutually agreed-upon schedule), plus 22% ProSal bonuses.
• Open to full-time or part-time candidates
• Flexible work schedule with hospital hours of 8:00 AM-5:30 PM Monday through Friday and 8:00 AM-12:00 PM on Saturdays, with no Sunday hours.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off aligned with work-life balance priorities.
• $2,400 Annual Lifestyle Benefit to support your personal or professional passions.
• Robust professional development opportunities, including structured mentorship, clinical pathways, and doctor leadership programs.
• Continuing education support: CE allowance, dedicated CE days, and paid AVMA membership, state licensure, and DEA registration.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support and access to expert resources to help you navigate every season of life, personally and professionally.

What You'll Do:

• Provide comprehensive and compassionate care for pets and their people.
• Perform physical examinations, wellness care, and preventive medicine for dogs and cats.
• Diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions using evidence-based veterinary medicine.
• Develop personalized preventive healthcare and vaccination plans.
• Perform routine soft tissue surgeries and dental procedures.
• Utilize diagnostic tools to support patient care, with ultrasound experience preferred.
• Partner with pet owners to educate them on treatment options, nutrition, and preventive care.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Build lasting relationships with clients through compassionate communication and medical expertise.
• Foster a positive, collaborative hospital culture that supports teamwork, learning, and exceptional patient care.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

• You bring a strong general practice skill set, ideally with 3+ years of experience, though we are open to both early-career and experienced veterinarians.
• You are comfortable with surgery and dentistry, with ultrasound experience preferred.
• You communicate with compassion and clarity, helping pet owners feel informed, supported, and confident in their pet's care.
• You are collaborative and approachable, valuing the knowledge, skills, and support all team members bring to the hospital.
• You bring strong clinical judgment and attention to detail when diagnosing, treating, and interpreting medical findings.
• You are open and receptive to feedback, viewing experiences as opportunities to continue learning and growing.
• You are proactive about preventive care and passionate about educating clients to support long-term pet health and wellness.

Veterinarian Partners Overview

At Veterinarian Partners, we put doctors first, by design. We believe that when veterinarians are supported with trust, autonomy, and the resources they need, everyone benefits, from our teams to our clients and patients. That's why we take the time to understand your personal and professional goals, creating a customized opportunity that aligns with your career aspirations, lifestyle, and the way you want to practice medicine. Because no two veterinarians are the same, your experience shouldn't be either.