Veterinarian | St. Augustine, FL

CareVet of Ancient City; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative signing bonus

Schedule flexibility

Student loan assistance

401(k) with company match

Paid professional development

Job summary

CareVet of Ancient City in St. Augustine, FL is seeking a veterinarian for a part-time role. You will practice high-quality medicine in a supportive, collaborative environment with flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance.

Join an experienced team offering innovative diagnostics, strong client relationships, and opportunities to provide compassionate care for pets in the community.

Qualifications

• DVM degree and licensed to practice in the state.
• Experience in surgery and high-quality patient care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Examine animals to assess health and diagnose problems.
• Perform surgical procedures and post-operative care.
• Collaborate with team and specialists to provide optimal care.

Skills

Surgery

Collaborative care

High-quality medicine

Client communication

Education

DVM degree

Job description

A More Balanced Approach to Veterinary Medicine

Are you an experienced veterinarian looking for a little more balance without stepping away from veterinary medicine? This opportunity offers the chance to work fewer days while continuing to practice high-quality medicine in collaborative environment, without the commitment of a full-time schedule. CareVet of Ancient City, in St. Augustine is looking for a veterinarian to join our experienced, supportive team. This is an opportunity to put your years of knowledge and experience to work while enjoying the flexibility and work‑life balance that comes with a part‑time schedule.

You’ll be supported by an established team and experienced management, with the autonomy to practice medicine in a way that works for you. Whether you’re looking to scale back your hours, create more flexibility in your schedule, or transition away from full‑time practice, we’d love to talk with you.

Our hospital combines the personalized, small‑town feel of a close‑knit practice with the resources, technology, and compensation structure typically found in larger organizations.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling
• No strict appointment quotas or “25–30 pets a day” expectations
• Flexible appointment lengths so you can focus on quality care

About the Hospital

We practice high‑quality, progressive veterinary medicine while maintaining the warmth and relationships of a community‑focused hospital. While we are not formally accredited, we incorporate low‑stress handling and fear‑free techniques to ensure the best experience for pets and their owners.

Our team collaborates closely with local specialists and referral partners, creating an environment where you’re never practicing alone. We maintain direct relationships with specialists including criticalists, surgeons, radiologists, internists, oncologists, neurologists, and ophthalmologists.

We also partner with a mobile internal medicine specialist who provides both telehealth and in‑person consultations, including advanced diagnostics such as ultrasound, echocardiography, and endoscopy.

For particularly fearful or reactive patients, we even collaborate with a local trainer who offers real‑time behavioral support during visits, helping create a safer and more positive experience for pets and staff alike.

Diagnostic & Treatment Capabilities

Our clinicians are supported with strong diagnostic tools, including:

• IDEXX chemistry, hematology, and urine Sedivue
• Digital radiography with AI radiologist consult tool
• Access to board‑certified radiologist support
• Ultrasound
• Tonopen
• Therapeutic laser
• Doppler blood pressure monitoring
• Practice Environment
• 3 exam rooms
• General practice + urgent care services
• Strong relationships with nearby specialty hospitals for advanced diagnostics such as CT and advanced surgery when needed

Who We’re Looking For

We’re ideally seeking a veterinarian who is experienced with surgery, enjoys practicing high‑quality medicine, and values being part of a collaborative, supportive team.

Why St. Augustine?

Located along Florida’s beautiful Atlantic coast, St. Augustine offers the perfect balance of historic charm, coastal living, and a welcoming community. With beautiful beaches, mild winters, and a strong pet‑owning population, it’s an incredible place to build both a career and a lifestyle.

CareVet Offers You:

• Lucrative cash Signing Bonus
• No negative accrual
• Schedule flexibility
• Student loan assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• 100% paid life and disability insurance
• Paid time and allowance for professional development
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!

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.

• 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