Associate Veterinarian: General Practice & Exotics

NCVMA; Davenport (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Central Florida is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our general practice with exotic medicine capabilities. The position offers a balanced schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, no weekends, and limited after-hours emergencies.

Our HEART values guide honest, empathetic, and collaborative care for dogs, cats, and select exotics. We welcome new graduates and provide mentorship as you grow in clinical skills, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent with a Florida veterinary license.
• Comfortable practicing general medicine.
• Willing to see some exotic companion animals.
• Comfortable performing routine soft-tissue surgery.
• Mentorship available for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Wellness and preventive medicine.
• Internal medicine and diagnostic workups.
• Soft-tissue surgery and dentistry.
• Dermatology and chronic disease management.
• Preventive care and client education.
• Urgent care during regular business hours.
• Routine surgical and dental procedures.
• Care of exotic companion animals.

Skills

Strong communicator

Collaborative team member

Fear Free approach

Low-stress patient care

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Florida veterinary license

Job description

VCA Seaside Animal Hospital in Central Florida is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our general practice with exotic medicine capabilities. The position offers a balanced schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, no weekends, and limited after-hours emergencies.

Our HEART values guide honest, empathetic, and collaborative care for dogs, cats, and select exotics. We welcome new graduates and provide mentorship as you grow in clinical skills, dentistry, diagnostics, and surgery.