Associate Veterinarian

Chattyvets; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

No on-call or overnight work

Health, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

CE allowance

Licenses and dues paid

Partnership opportunities available

Job summary

Chattyvets in St. Augustine, FL is seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our well-established small animal hospital.

The role offers a diverse caseload including wellness visits, diagnostics, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, internal medicine, and long-term patient care, with a strong emphasis on work-life balance. We offer a base salary of $130,000–$145,000, a generous sign-on bonus, no on-call or overnight shifts, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits to support you and

Qualifications

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent) from an AVMA-accredited university.
• Eligible to work in the US.
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• NAVLE certification (or equivalent) for licensure in the US; ECFVG or PAVE if graduated from non-AVMA-accredited program.
• DEA, State, and USDA licenses (or ability to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Wellness consultations and preventative healthcare.
• Medical diagnostics and treatment planning.
• Soft tissue surgery.
• Dentistry.
• Internal medicine.
• Client education and long-term patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

DVM / VMD (or equivalent)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian - St. Augustine, FL | Up to $145k | No On-Call | Flexible Schedule

Why this role stands out

Looking for a practice that genuinely values work-life balance while providing excellent clinical support?

Join a long-established small animal hospital offering:

• Salary up to $145,000
• Generous sign-on bonus
• No on-call or late-night shifts
• Flexible scheduling
• Partnership opportunities

The Practice

• Well-established small animal hospital serving the local community for over 45 years
• Friendly, collaborative team with an excellent staff-to-doctor ratio
• Strong focus on compassionate, personalised patient care
• Modern approach to preventative medicine, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry
• Supportive environment where veterinarians are encouraged to develop professionally
• Opportunity to become a practice partner in the future

The Role

Full-time Associate Veterinarian position with a varied caseload including:

• Wellness consultations and preventative healthcare
• Medical diagnostics and treatment planning
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry
• Internal medicine
• Client education and long-term patient care

Suitable for

• Experienced Associate Veterinarians
• Confident new graduates
• Veterinarians seeking excellent work-life balance
• Team-oriented clinicians passionate about delivering high-quality medicine

Salary & Benefits

• $130,000-145,000 base salary
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Flexible scheduling
• No on-call or overnight work
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• CE allowance
• Professional licences and dues fully paid
• Career development opportunities
• Partnership opportunities available

Location

St. Augustine, Florida is America's oldest city, offering beautiful beaches, rich history, fantastic restaurants, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. With year-round sunshine and a vibrant community, it's an outstanding place to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Requirements

• DVM / VMD (or equivalent)
• Eligible to work in the US
• Passion for high-quality small animal medicine
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• DVM/VMD degree or equivalent from an AVMA-accredited university
• NAVLE certification
• ECFVG or PAVE (if graduated from a non-AVMA accredited program)
• DEA, State, and USDA licenses (or ability to obtain upon hire)