Veterinarian

Job Description

Associate Veterinarian - Palm City, FL | 4-Day Work Week + No On-Call


Martin Downs Animal Hospital, on Florida's beautiful Treasure Coast, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, family-oriented team.


For over 20 years, our full-service small animal practice has proudly served the community. We're passionate about high-quality medicine and treat every pet like family.


Incentive Package

• Up to $200,000 Base Salary
• 21-23% Production (pro-sal structure)
• $50K-$75K Sign-On Bonus
• $5K Annual CE Allowance
• Dues, licenses, and fees covered (DEA, AVMA, VIN, state license, PLIT)
• Annual uniform allowance for full-time doctors
• Path to Growth: Medical Director role or equity/joint venture opportunity

What Your Day Looks Like

• 4-day work week, with a rotating half-day Saturday (about every 3rd Saturday) Closed Sunday
• No on-call or after-hours emergencies, patients needing overnight care are referred to the local ER
• Typical hours 8:15am-5pm with an hour for lunch; some flexibility depending on the candidate

Support & Mentorship

• Work alongside an experienced Managing DVM and a skilled team of 4 technicians, including credentialed staff
• Structured, professional, and highly collaborative culture, team members genuinely respect one another
• A practice that's actively growing and open to new ideas, technology, and ways of doing things
• Well-equipped hospital: 4 exam rooms, dedicated surgery suite, in-house pharmacy and lab, ICU, isolation, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, laser therapy, surgical laser, and electrocautery
• Great fit for doctors with an interest in exotics, orthopedics (equipment already in place), or diagnostic ultrasound

Why Palm City?
Enjoy life on Florida's Treasure Coast with:

• Beautiful beaches and endless outdoor recreation
• A growing, affluent community with excellent schools and a small-town feel
• Vibrant arts, dining, and coastal lifestyle, with nightlife not far away
• Easy access to Miami to the south and Orlando to the north
• Four international airports within two hours, and the Bahamas just 30 miles away

Benefits

• Paid time off, sick and holiday
• CE stipend + paid CE days
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, S/LTD, HSA & FSA options (NVA benefits plan)
• 401(k) with match
• Mental health and wellness support
• Maternity support program
• Pet insurance discounts

What We're Looking For

• DVM (or equivalent) from an accredited university
• Licensed (or eligible) in Florida
• Motivated, energetic team player who's pleasant with clients
• Committed to high-quality medicine and veterinary ethics

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.