Veterinarian

National Veterinary Associates Careers; East Naples (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Annual CE stipend and paid CE days

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Life insurance

401(k) plan with match

Maternity support program

Self-care wellness benefits

Pet insurance discounts

Student debt refinancing options

DEA/licensure reimbursements

Mentorship program

Job summary

Animalife Veterinary Center in Naples, FL is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join a compassionate, patient-focused team. We offer mentorship for new grads, strong clinical growth, and a supportive, collaborative environment.

Our practice emphasizes high-quality care for small animals; benefits include paid time off, CE stipend, health/dental/vision, 401(k) match, and relocation assistance where applicable. Closed Sundays and pet-centered mission.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited university.
• Florida licensure in good standing to practice.
• Strong communication and commitment to the highest standard of care.
• Dedication to the veterinary code of ethics.

Skills

Communication skills

Ethics commitment

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree

Florida licensure in good standing

Job description

Join Our Team at Animalife Veterinary Center in Beautiful Naples, FL.

Animalife Veterinary Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing team. For over 27 years, we've proudly served Naples and the surrounding communities with high-quality, personalized veterinary care.

What began as a single location in Pine Ridge has expanded to include two sister practices—Eagle Creek and Mission Hills—allowing us to serve more pets and families across Southwest Florida.

We’re not just passionate about animals—we’re passionate about giving back. Animalife partners with a variety of local nonprofit organizations, providing both financial support and discounted or free medical care to shelter and rescue animals in need.

At the heart of our practice is a belief in compassion, kindness, and respect—both in our care for patients and in our relationships with clients and teammates. Whether you’re a new graduate or a seasoned veterinarian, you’ll find a supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment here.

What We Offer

• 4 doctor practice
• Excellent mentorship opportunities for new graduates
• Small animal GP focused mainly on cats and dogs, with interest in expanding services to include avian and exotic patients.
• Digital radiology (whole body and dental)
• Comprehensive wellness and dental care
• Acupuncture services
• On-site grooming
• Emergency services
• Paper-lite record-keeping with Avimark software
• And best of all—we're closed on Sundays!

Skills and Basic Qualifications

• Any experience level considered
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent degree from an accredited university
• Licensure in good standing to practice in Florida
• Strong communication skills and commitment to providing the highest standard of care
• Dedication to the veterinary code of ethics

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Annual CE stipend and paid CE days
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan with match
• Maternity support program
• Self-care wellness benefits (counseling services, discounted fitness memberships)
• Pet insurance discounts
• Student debt refinancing options
• Reimbursement for maintaining DEA, licensure, and veterinary memberships
• Mentorship program

Compensation

• Competitive base salary
• This position is eligible for production-based bonuses
• Bonuses to support relocation, temporary housing, or other transition needs

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose

Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission

Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values

Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.