Associate Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a practice where you can keep building your skills without giving up your voice in patient care?

This full-time small-animal opportunity on Florida's east coast could suit a veterinarian who wants a strong general practice foundation, a varied caseload, and the chance to develop individual clinical interests. Whether you're early in your career or bringing years of experience, the role offers opportunities for professional development alongside collaboration with other veterinarians.

Compensation combines a base salary with production earnings and no negative accrual—a worthwhile option to explore if you're weighing your next career move.

What You'll Find Here 

• Find your own clinical rhythm: Newer graduates can explore available mentorship, while experienced doctors can bring their judgment and ideas to patient care.

• Keep your medicine interesting: General practice offers a range of medical and surgical cases.

• Pursue your interests: There may be room to develop areas such as surgery, dermatology, exotic pets, or ophthalmology.

• Work with veterinary peers: Collaborate on cases while maintaining professional independence.

• Understand your earning model: Base compensation plus production, without negative accrual.

• Continue learning: Access continuing education and professional development resources.

What You'll Be Doing 

This is a small-animal general practice focused on preventive care, diagnostics, medical case management, and surgery. Available clinical resources include radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and in-house laboratory testing. The caseload may also provide opportunities to explore specific areas of interest as your experience and goals evolve.

Who Might Love This

A new graduate seeking guidance, or an experienced veterinarian looking for a fresh environment with room for independent decision-making, may find this opportunity appealing. It could also suit a clinician who enjoys building client relationships and wants to broaden their medical or surgical experience.

The Basics 

• Location: Florida's east coast, Space Coast region

• Position: Full-time Associate Veterinarian

• Schedule: Weekday and Saturday coverage; specific shifts available confidentially

• Compensation: Base salary plus production, with no negative accrual

• Requirements: DVM/VMD or equivalent degree, appropriate state veterinary license, and DEA license or eligibility

Benefits

• Health and life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid parental leave

• Continuing education opportunities

• Mental health and family-care resources

• Veterinary service discounts and student loan support tools

A Little About the Area

Florida's east coast offers warm weather, coastal recreation, and a mix of residential communities and larger urban amenities. The surrounding region provides opportunities for beach days, outdoor activities, and weekend trips, making it worth considering for veterinarians who want a coastal lifestyle without living in a major city center.

Let's Talk

If you're curious about the opportunity, the medicine, or whether the culture could be a better fit, let's have a confidential conversation first.

Contact Beyond Just You Recruiting to learn more. We'll share the details privately and let you decide whether it's worth taking the next step.

Email: View email address on ziprecruiter.com

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