Associate Veterinarian

Cat Care Clinic of Naples; Naples, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid health insurance

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Cat Care Clinic of Naples is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian focused on feline medicine in a cat-exclusive practice in Naples, FL. The role offers ownership of a dedicated caseload and a collaborative team in a calm, low-stress setting.

The position supports a ProSal base salary ranging from $120,000 to $170,000 with a $5,000 signing bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on Fear Free care for cats and their families.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an accredited veterinary school.
• Active Florida DVM license or eligibility.
• Active DEA registration.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• At least 2 years of small animal clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform feline wellness exams, sick visits, and preventive care.
• Diagnose and manage chronic feline conditions.
• Perform routine surgical procedures with anesthesia oversight.
• Interpret diagnostics and provide compassionate end-of-life care.
• Build strong client relationships with clear communication.

Skills

Surgical skills

Dental skills

Strong communication

Fear Free handling

Education

DVM or VMD

Tools

DEA registration

Job description

At Cat Care Clinic of Naples, cats aren’t part of what we do. They’re all we do. Since 1997, we’ve been Southwest Florida’s only cat-exclusive veterinary hospital, dedicated to gold-standard care in a calm, low-stress, Fear Free environment. We’re looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about feline medicine and ready to practice at a high clinical standard, without the noise, stress, and pace of a mixed general practice or emergency setting.

This is the role for a veterinarian who wants to focus their practice entirely on cats, take real ownership of their caseload, and grow within a well-established practice. You’ll work alongside our Medical Director and a close-knit clinical team to deliver comprehensive feline care that addresses cats’ unique medical, behavioral, and emotional needs, from routine wellness and dentistry to advanced diagnostics and chronic disease management.

The Kind of Practice You’ve Been Looking For

This is feline medicine without the noise. You’ll practice in a calm, cat-friendly environment alongside a supportive, cat-obsessed team, with the time and focus to do your best work. Here’s what sets the role apart:

• A feline-exclusive caseload, with no dogs, no emergencies, and no weekends
• Gold-standard medicine practiced with Fear Free, low-stress handling
• Strong ownership of your own cases
• A tight-knit team genuinely devoted to feline care
• Room to grow within an established, respected practice
• Close collaboration with our Medical Director and support team

What You’ll Do

Your days will be spent practicing the full range of feline medicine, with the support to do it well:

• Perform feline wellness exams, sick visits, and preventive care
• Diagnose and manage chronic feline conditions
• Perform routine surgical procedures and provide anesthesia oversight for surgeries and dentals
• Interpret diagnostics and provide compassionate end-of-life care guided by Fear Free principles
• Build strong client relationships through clear, empathetic communication and thoughtful treatment planning
• Work closely with our Medical Director and collaborate with a close-knit technician and support team
• Maintain accurate medical records and uphold our clinical protocols

Who You Are

You’re a skilled, compassionate veterinarian who wants to go deep on feline medicine as part of a collaborative team. You bring:

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an accredited veterinary school
• An active Florida DVM license in good standing, or eligibility for Florida licensure before your start date
• Active DEA registration
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship
• At least 2 years of small animal clinical experience after graduation
• Strong foundational surgical and dental skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A commitment to Fear Free handling
• The ability to work collaboratively within a small, close-knit team

Your Expertise, Rewarded

We believe experienced clinicians should be rewarded for the skill and care they bring to every case. Our ProSal structure pairs a strong base with production, so your compensation grows alongside the work you do:

• $120,000 to $170,000+ base salary (ProSal structure)
• $5,000 signing bonus

Benefits to Support Your Career and Your Life

• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays
• Paid CE days plus an annual CE budget
• All professional dues, licenses, and liability insurance covered by the clinic
• Paid health insurance
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer match

Live and Practice in Naples

Naples is one of Southwest Florida’s most sought-after places to live, and it’s easy to see why. Picture white-sand beaches and warm Gulf water just minutes from the hospital, near year-round sunshine, a celebrated dining and arts scene, world-class golf, and an unhurried, outdoor-centered way of life. It’s a rare place where a rewarding career and a genuinely good life grow side by side.