Veterinarian

Friendship Veterinary Hospital; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Maternity leave

401k with company match

Disability insurance

CE allowance

Job summary

Friendship Veterinary Hospital in Fort Walton Beach, FL is seeking a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine to join a long‑standing, AAHA‑accredited practice.

You will provide high‑quality medicine, build relationships with clients and their pets, and collaborate with a supportive team. The hospital offers comprehensive benefits including health/dental/vision, maternity leave, 401k match, CE allowance, and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• DVM degree required and license in good standing
• Collaborative spirit and dedication to high standards of veterinary medicine
• Excellent communication with clients and team

Responsibilities

• Build lasting relationships with clients and their pets
• Provide high-quality medical care and diagnostic decision‑making
• Educate clients about diagnoses and treatment plans
• Collaborate with a supportive paraprofessional team to maintain a positive hospital culture

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Clinical excellence

Education

DVM degree

State license in good standing

Job description

Since 1973, Friendship Veterinary Hospital has dedicated itself to providing exceptional care in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. You are joining a practice globally recognized for its commitment to excellence. We are proud to be an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited facility, ensuring that we meet rigorous standards in surgery, patient care, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology. This commitment to quality is reflected by our loyal community, which voted us Best Veterinarian on the Emerald Coast and gave us an outstanding 4.9-star Google rating. If you are looking for a place where advanced medicine and compassionate client service converge, this is your opportunity to do your best work alongside dedicated teammates.Joining our hospital means integrating into a deeply established and supportive culture. Our history since 1973 suggests a stable, long-term commitment to our community and our teammates. As one client notes, the teamwork here is excellent, creating an environment where you are supported in every aspect of patient care, from initial examination through urgent and surgical procedures. Because we hold ourselves to rigorous AAHA standards across nearly every aspect of the hospital, you can expect a structured and collaborative workflow that allows you to focus on practicing high-quality medicine and continually growing your professional skills.You will find comprehensive case variety and the resources necessary to practice advanced veterinary medicine. Friendship Veterinary Hospital is a full-service clinic welcoming small animal patients including dogs, cats, exotics, and pocket pets. Our advanced services include comprehensive wellness and prevention programs, testing and diagnostics, complex surgical procedures, and urgent care, all performed within a framework governed by strict AAHA oversight. If you are looking for opportunities to expand your expertise in non-traditional species or high-level surgery, you will find the caseload and support structure here to succeed.Fort Walton Beach offers an enviable lifestyle on the famed Emerald Coast of Florida. Located in a beautiful coastal region, this community is known for its stunning white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, providing unparalleled access to coastal activities and a relaxed atmosphere. You will be serving a loyal and appreciative client base that has relied on our care for decades. When you step away from the clinic, you have a perfect setting for water sports, fishing, or simply enjoying the best of coastal living in a region recognized for its natural beauty.

Job Description

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

Who We're Looking For

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You’re Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Generous Compensation

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

The Power of a Network

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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