Lead Veterinarian – Sarasota, Florida

Supremesearchspecialists; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus options

Flexible compensation package

Surgical mentorship

Paid CE days and allowance

Paid state licensing fees

Healthcare benefits and 401(k) match

3 weeks paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental/maternity leave

Annual work-life balance day off

Job summary

Supremesearchspecialists in Sarasota, Florida seeks a Lead Veterinarian to join a progressive small animal practice. This full-time leadership role is ideal for an experienced veterinarian with leadership or a motivated clinician ready to advance into practice leadership.

The medical leader of the hospital will drive exceptional patient care, support the veterinary team, and steer the practice's continued success.

Qualifications

• DVM or VMD from an AVMA-accredited college or ECFVG/PAVE completion.
• Active Florida veterinary license or eligible to obtain one.
• Strong experience in small animal medicine and surgery.
• Leadership aspiration or experience in leadership roles.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the medical leader of the hospital and veterinarian of record.
• Oversee delivery of high-quality medical care across the practice.
• Collaborate with veterinary colleagues, leadership and support staff.
• Partner with Practice Manager on staffing and scheduling.
• Manage a varied caseload including consultations, diagnostics and surgery.
• Ensure compliance with hospital permits and licences.
• Support medical quality standards and continuous improvement.
• Build relationships within the practice and local community.
• Encourage professional growth of support staff through training.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Mentoring skills

Small animal medicine

Surgery experience

Education

DVM or VMD degree from AVMA-accredited college

Active Florida veterinary license

ECFVG or PAVE certification

Job description

Lead Veterinarian Jobs in Sarasota, Florida

About the Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a Lead Veterinarian to join a progressive small animal practice in Sarasota, Florida. This full-time veterinary leadership position is ideal for an experienced veterinarian with leadership experience or a motivated clinician looking to take the next step towards practice leadership.

As the medical leader of the hospital, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring exceptional patient care, supporting the veterinary team, and helping drive the continued success of the practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for veterinarians searching for Lead Veterinarian jobs in Sarasota, FL or Veterinary leadership jobs in Florida, offering mentorship, professional development, clinical autonomy, and a collaborative workplace culture.

About the Practice

This established small animal practice is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care through modern medicine, advanced technology, and a supportive team environment.

The hospital offers:

• Multi-doctor veterinary team
• Care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and guinea pigs
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound technology
• Echocardiography capabilities
• Fully equipped surgery suite
• Advanced anaesthesia monitoring and surgical equipment
• Electronic medical records using AVImark

The practice provides comprehensive preventative, medical, and surgical care while encouraging collaboration between veterinarians and support staff.

Located in Sarasota, Florida, the practice offers an excellent coastal lifestyle with access to beautiful parks, walking and cycling trails, and nearby beaches including the renowned Siesta Key.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the medical leader of the hospital and veterinarian of record
• Oversee the delivery of high-quality medical care across the practice
• Collaborate with veterinary colleagues, leadership, and support team members
• Partner with the Practice Manager on staffing and scheduling to achieve operational goals
• Manage a varied caseload, including consultations, diagnostics, and surgical procedures
• Ensure compliance with required hospital permits and licences
• Support medical quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build strong relationships within the practice and local community
• Encourage the professional growth of support staff through internal training programmes

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated veterinarian who is passionate about clinical excellence, teamwork, and developing others.

Applicants should have:

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE programme)
• Active veterinary licence in Florida or the ability to obtain one
• Strong experience in small animal medicine and surgery
• Leadership experience or a desire to progress into a veterinary leadership role
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills
• A commitment to ongoing professional development

This opportunity is suitable for experienced veterinary leaders as well as ambitious veterinarians seeking mentorship and a pathway into leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive and inclusive compensation package, including:

• Sign-on bonus options available
• Optional Pro-Sal compensation model with no negative accrual
• Flexible compensation package (ranging from $125,000 to $145,000)
• Personalised surgical mentorship
• Paid continuing education days and allowance
• Paid state licensing fees
• Paid AVMA and state professional dues
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Discounted personal veterinary care for multiple pets
• Internal veterinarian collaboration and consultation platforms
• Healthcare benefits and 401(k) retirement match
• 3 weeks paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave and maternity leave
• Annual work-life balance day off