Associate Veterinarian - Sign-on Bonus Opportunity!

Gulf Gate Animal Hospital; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Pro-Sal Option

Pet Care Discount

CE Days & Allowance

Licensing Fees Paid

Dues Paid

Liability Insurance

Mentorship

Collaboration Platform

401k Match

PTO & Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

Gulf Gate Animal Hospital in Sarasota, Florida, is excited to add an Associate Veterinarian to our multi-doctor team. We treat small animals, rabbits, and guinea pigs, using digital radiographs, ultrasound, and echocardiography to support a broad case load.

This role welcomes all experience levels and offers a flexible compensation package, sign-on options, substantial CE opportunities, paid licensing and dues, and strong mentorship within a collaborative clinical culture that values work‑life

Qualifications

• Relationship-based client and patient care.
• Team and leadership collaboration within the clinical group.

Responsibilities

• Serve patients and clients with a relationship-based approach.
• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership.
• Grow relationships within the practice and the Sarasota community.
• Encourage the growth of support staff through our internal LevelUp training program.
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments during our open hours.

Skills

Relationship-based care

Team collaboration

Education

DVM/VMD degree

Active license in state

Job description

Gulf Gate Animal Hospital is excited to add you as an Associate Veterinarian! Our team located in Sarasota, Florida prides themselves on their collaborative culture that integrates a variety of medical and surgical cases, while supporting you in your professional aspirations. This position would be a great opportunity for all experience levels.

• Gateway to miles of beach (like Siesta Key)
• Multi-doctor team
• We treat small animals, rabbits, and guinea pigs
• Diagnostic tools - Digital radiographs, ultrasound, and echocardiography

Key Responsibilities

• Serve patients and clients with a relationship-based approach
• Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership
• Grow relationships within the practice and the Sarasota community
• Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments during our open hours

Benefits

• Sign-On Bonus Options
• Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual
• Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!
• Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance
• Paid State Licensing Fees
• Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues
• Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT)
• Personalized & Surgical Mentorship
• Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms
• Flexible Compensation Package
• Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match
• 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave + Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually

About Gulf Gate Animal Hospital

Gulf Gate Animal Hospital, located in South Sarasota, Florida, is committed to using modern techniques and technology within a compassionate atmosphere to ensure that family dogs and cats live their happiest and healthiest lives. Our fully equipped surgery suite includes isoflurane gas anesthesia machines, IV pumps, cardiac and pulse oximetry monitoring, suction, electrocautery, and warm water heating pads. Additionally, we offer digital radiography, high-quality ultrasound, and electronic medical records (AVImark).

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
• Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)