Associate Veterinarian

VCA Animal Hospitals; Lecanto (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company match

Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave

Continuing Education Allowance

Job summary

A leading veterinary care provider in Lecanto, Florida is seeking dedicated veterinarians to join their team. Candidates must hold a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree and possess a valid Florida license or be eligible for licensure. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k), and opportunities for professional development through continuing education programs. Passion for animal care and collaborative spirit are essential.

Qualifications

• DVM degree required from an accredited university.
• Licensure in Florida or ability to obtain it necessary.
• Commitment to high standards of veterinary medicine expected.

Skills

People obsessed with pets and their care

Dedicated experts in veterinary medicine

Collaborators who enjoy teamwork

Curious lifelong learners

Empathetic partners in client relationships

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

Licensure in good standing to practice in Florida

Job description

Schedule

Full‑time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Who We Look For

• People obsessed with pets and their care
• Dedicated experts who want to provide world‑class medicine
• Collaborators who enjoy teaching others and working as a team
• Curious lifelong learners who want to grow and thrive in a dynamic and fulfilling career
• Empathetic partners who develop strong client and associate relationships built on trust

Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited university or equivalent
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Florida, or the ability to obtain it
• A commitment to practicing the highest standard of medicine and upholding the veterinary code of ethics

Total Rewards

Compensation

• Salary negotiated based on experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, and other relevant credentials
• Potential eligibility for other variable pay programs

Health & Well‑being

• Innovative Associate health and well‑being department (Headspace app subscriptions, Fidelity financial wellness tool, and access to additional mental health resources)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Health/dental/vision insurance, infertility benefits, gender affirmation services
• Paid parental, vacation, and sick leave

Professional Development

• Continuing Education Allowance and paid Continuing Education Days
• WOOF University – offering abundant CE for Doctors and the care team
• Opportunities to participate in a robust Clinical Studies program

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com