Veterinarian | Florida

CareVet Health; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation packages

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Full medical benefits

401(k) match

Career coaching & clinical support

Doctor vacation program (Carebnb)

Job summary

CareVet Health is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our community-rooted practices in Florida. We welcome new grads and experienced veterinarians, offering mentorship, support, and a collaborative team focused on excellent patient care.

Explore opportunities at Alafia River Animal Hospital, All County Animal Hospital, CareVet of Ancient City, and Sarasota Animal Hospital, with relocation packages available and flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle.

Qualifications

• Must have a DVM/VMD or equivalent degree.
• Licensure in the state(s) where you will work.
• Strong compassion for pets and their owners.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
• Ability to make quick decisions under pressure for animal wellbeing.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of animal behavior.
• Experience using medical technologies in diagnosis and surgery.

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess health and diagnose problems.
• Treat and dress wounds.
• Perform surgery on animals.
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases.
• Operate medical equipment such as x-ray machines.
• Advise owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments.
• Prescribe medication.
• Collaborate with team to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Compassion for pets and owners

Dexterity

Decision making under pressure

Communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of animal behavior

Medical technology literacy

Education

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree

Licensure in the state(s) candidate will be working

Job description

Overview

Veterinarians: Find Your Next Home in Florida!

Looking for your next veterinary opportunity in Florida? We’d love to connect! Whether you’re an experienced veterinarian or a recent graduate, we have opportunities across a variety of practices and locations—and we’ll help you find the right fit for your career and lifestyle.

Current Opportunities:

• Alafia River Animal Hospital – Lithia, FL
• All County Animal Hospital – Brooksville, FL
• CareVet of Ancient City – St. Augustine, FL
• Sarasota Animal Hospital – Sarasota, FL

One Application. Multiple Opportunities.

Tell us what you’re looking for, and let’s find the hospital that feels like home

Position: Full or Part Time | All Experience Levels Welcome

The Opportunity

At CareVet, we believe exceptional veterinary care starts with supporting exceptional talent. We’re seeking a compassionate, driven Associate Veterinarian to join our high-performing, community-rooted practices.

Whether you’re a recent graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced practitioner ready for your next career chapter, CareVet offers the environment, support, and flexibility you need to thrive.

Planning a move? We offer robust financial relocation packages!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe great medicine starts with great people. That means supporting you professionally, respecting your time personally, and creating an environment where both you and your patients can thrive. Our DVM roles include:

• Generous compensation + bonus packages
• No negative accrual
• Flexible scheduling + true paid time off
• Paid family leave, full medical benefits, 401(k) match
• 1:1 career coaching & strong clinical support
• Access to our doctor vacation program, Carebnb
• Financial platform and counseling available
• A collaborative, upbeat team that actually enjoys working together

• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!

The Medicine

Practice the kind of medicine you went to school for. CareVet is becoming a leader in clinical outcomes across veterinary medicine. By tracking and sharing real patient data across our network, we're helping our veterinarians make better decisions, elevate standards of care, and contribute to a body of knowledge that benefits the whole profession. Plus, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing your work is part of something that's raising the bar for veterinary care everywhere.

Ready to find your place? We'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

Qualifications

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

About the Network

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.

Watch this video to learn more!