Short Term Stay Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group (AVG); Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 111,000 - 166,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 3 day work week

Monthly housing/travel stipend

Competitive daily rate

90 day term with renewal

Discounted personal veterinary care

PLIT coverage

401k retirement match

Job summary

American Veterinary Group (AVG) seeks a Short Term Stay Veterinarian for Companion Animal Hospital in Lakeland, FL. Join a collaborative team that supports your professional goals and offers built-in flexibility with location choices and open schedules.

This role emphasizes practicing medicine with limited admin, travel and housing stipends, and a competitive daily rate. A 90-day term with renewal, W2 employment, and benefits such as PLIT coverage and 401k match are available.

Qualifications

• DVM/VMD degree from AVMA-accredited college.
• Active license to practice in the employed state or ability to obtain it.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• Ability to adapt to new clinical environments and teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality medical care in your specified hospital location.
• 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 Lakeland community.
• Encourage growth of support staff through LevelUp training program.
• Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments during open hours.
• Represent AVG with professionalism and compassion in the hospital you support.

Skills

Active license

Clinical adaptability

Strong communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

DVM/VMD degree (AVMA accredited)

Job description

Description

Ready to elevate your career? Companion Animal Hospital is excited to add you as an Short Term Stay Veterinarian! Our team located in Lakeland, Florida prides themselves on their collaborative culture that integrates a variety of medical and surgical cases, while supporting you in your professional aspirations.

Department

General Practice Hospitals

Location

Companion Animal Hospital

This is an ideal role for:

• Full time W2 doctors looking for a location change, a change of pace, or are looking to be reenergized.
• Relief doctors looking for a little more stability without the full time leash.
• Seasoned veterinarians looking to slow down without stepping away – keeping clinical skills sharp while traveling, mentoring younger teams, or finding renewed energy in the profession.
• A doctor who wants flexibility to travel or ability to 'try before you buy' without the leash of a noncompete.

What Makes This Opportunity Special

• Built-In Flexibility: Choose the locations and time periods that work for your life. Whether you want extended breaks between assignments or back-to-back opportunities, we support your timeline.
• Housing, Travel and Onboarding Supported: Travel costs and short-term housing are covered with our monthly stipend. This allows you to focus on what you do best—providing excellent care.
• Strong Compensation & Benefits: Competitive daily rate pay that reflects your experience. No need to set up your own LLC or work through a third party relief agency, you'll be paid as a W2 employee, which can help to simplify your lift during tax season. You're also eligible for benefits like 401k match, pet care discount, and PLIT coverage.
• Clinical Focus, No Admin: Step away from day-to-day management responsibilities and operational logistics. This role is designed for veterinarians who want to practice medicine—not manage spreadsheets.
• Support for Life’s Transitions: Whether you’re easing into retirement, returning to clinical work after time away, or simply exploring a new pace, this role offers the flexibility and support to meet you where you are, professionally and personally.
• State-of the-Art-Facility: Beautiful 3,100 square foot hospital featuring 4 exam rooms
• Expert Care: Highly skilled veterinary support staff that can run appointments, assist in surgery, run anesthesia, and perform dentals

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality medical care in your specified hospital location
• 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 Lakeland 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
• Represent AVG with professionalism and compassion in the hospital you support

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)
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience strongly preferred
• Comfort in adapting to new clinical environments and team structures
• Strong communication and a collaborative mindset

Inclusive Compensation Package:

• Flexible Scheduling with a 3 Day Work Week!
• Monthly Housing/Travel Stipend for Veterinarians Residing 60+ miles from the Hospital
• Competitive Compensation Paid as a Daily Rate
• Part-Time Employment Qualifications and Benefits
• Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!
• No Long-Term Commitment Required - 90 day term with ability to renew
• Easy Transition into Permanent Role with Mutual Interest
• Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT)
• Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms
• Custom Hospital Scrubs, Jacket or Lab Coat
• 401k Retirement Match