Associate Veterinarian- Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic

Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic; Nokomis (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO with rollover

CE allowance

Professional development assistance

Dues & PLIT

Mentorship program

401(k)

Pet discounts

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic in Nokomis, Florida, is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing small animal practice between Venice and Sarasota. We value teamwork, high-quality medicine, and work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Our five-doctor team offers preventive care, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and wellness services with digital radiology, an in-house lab, and modern equipment.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree required.
• Florida veterinary license or ability to obtain.
• Open to all experience levels, including new graduates.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Preventive care

General surgery

Dentistry

Diagnostic imaging

Therapeutic laser therapy

Client communication

Clinical decision-making

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Compassionate patient care

Professional growth & development

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)

Job description

Associate Veterinarian | Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic | Nokomis, FL

Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing small animal practice in Nokomis, Florida, conveniently located between Venice and Sarasota on Florida’s beautiful Gulf Coast. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who values teamwork, high-quality medicine, and work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Our five-doctor practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and wellness services. Equipped with digital radiology, an in-house laboratory, therapeutic laser, and modern surgical and dental equipment, our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering professional growth and mentorship.

Core Competencies

• Small Animal Medicine
• Preventive Care & Wellness
• General Surgery
• Veterinary Dentistry
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Therapeutic Laser Therapy
• Client Communication & Education
• Clinical Decision-Making
• Team Collaboration
• Relationship Building
• Compassionate Patient Care
• Professional Growth & Development

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Quarterly production with no negative accrual
• Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• No emergency or on-call responsibilities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO with rollover
• Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
• Professional development assistance
• Paid professional dues, licensing, and PLIT
• Structured mentorship program
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Personal pet discounts
• Supportive, experienced team culture

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree
• Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• Open to all experience levels, including new graduates
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care

Why Nokomis?

Enjoy Gulf Coast living with easy access to Venice, Sarasota, beautiful beaches, boating, dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. Nokomis offers the perfect blend of coastal charm, relaxed living, and professional opportunity.

Join Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic and build a rewarding veterinary career with a team dedicated to exceptional medicine, collaboration, and compassionate care.

Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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