Associate Veterinarian

Ocala Central Veterinary Care; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Licensing dues

Continuing education allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Ocala Central Veterinary Care is a privately owned hospital in Ocala seeking a dedicated veterinarian. The team emphasizes autonomy, doctor-driven culture, and strong client relationships as part of daily practice.

The typical schedule is three 8–9 hour days, one surgery/appointments day, and one weekday off, with no weekends or after-hours emergencies. Base salary is $130,000 with potential total compensation over $150,000–$200,000+ annually.

Qualifications

• DVM licensed (or eligible) in Florida.
• Strong communicator with a passion for client education.
• Compassionate, patient-focused care.
• Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative mindset.
• Open to learning and growing—no matter your experience level.
• Open to opportunities for increased leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• You can become the best veterinarian you can be.
• Practice good medicine, continue to grow, and be known as a doctor rather than just an employee.

Skills

Communication

Client education

Compassionate care

Team-oriented

Leadership potential

Learning mindset

Education

DVM license in Florida

Job description

Independent ownership. Experienced leadership. Modern facility. Exceptional support.

Enjoy the resources, support, and professional opportunities often associated with a larger practice, while maintaining the autonomy, personal relationships, and doctor driven culture of an independently owned hospital.

The typical schedule consists of:

• Three days per week 8 am-5 pm or 9 am-6 pm
• One day dedicated to surgery and/or appointments
• One full weekday off per week
• No weekends, no after-hours emergencies

Compensation & Benefits

• $130,000 base salary, with total compensation potentially exceeding $150,000 to $200,000+ annually based on production.
• Medical and disability insurance
• Optional dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with immediate eligibility and employer matching
• Professional licensing and association dues
• Continuing education allowance
• Competitive PTO
• Pet care discounts

Whether you are beginning your veterinary career or bringing years of experience with you, we want you to become the best veterinarian you can be.

If you are looking for a hospital where you can practice good medicine, continue to grow, and be known as a doctor rather than simply an employee, we would love to meet you.

• DVM licensed (or eligible) in Florida
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and committed to quality care
• Strong communicator with a passion for client education
• Team-oriented with a positive, collaborative mindset
• Open to learning and growing-no matter your experience level
• Open to opportunities for increased leadership responsibilities