Veterinary Criticalist - Ft. Myers, FL

fetch vets; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Safe harbor 401(k) with employer match

CE and uniform allowance

Paid licenses, PLIT, and professional‑

dues

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a Veterinary Criticalist to join our multispecialty team. The clinician will provide advanced critical care, work closely with oncology, radiation oncology, and internal medicine specialists, and contribute to a collaborative hospital culture.

The ideal candidate is board-certified or residency-trained, licensed or eligible in Florida, and committed to high-quality patient care and guest service.

Qualifications

• Board-certified Veterinary Criticalist with Florida eligibility.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Florida or eligible.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with team.
• Wosters: experience in critical care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care for veterinary patients in Ft. Myers.
• Coordinate with multispecialty team and leadership.
• Support referring DVM communication and client service.
• Mentor and guide support staff in critical cases.

Skills

Board-certified Veterinary Criticalist

Licensed in Florida or eligible

Strong communicator

Collaborative team player

Education

DVM/VMD or equivalent

Florida licensure eligibility

Job description

Veterinary Criticalist - Ft. Myers, FL Fort Myers, Florida

Fetch Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Centers is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Criticalist to join our team and provide exceptional care to our patients in Ft. Myers, Florida. If you are passionate about critical care and want to be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, Fetch could be the perfect fit for you!

We are a family-owned group of specialty and emergency veterinary practices with locations in Florida and South Carolina. Our culture is built on community, passion, and a shared commitment to veterinary excellence. At Fetch, we highly value our team members and strive to create an environment where everyone feels heard and appreciated.

Why Join Fetch?

At Fetch, we understand the importance of work-life balance, and we are dedicated to accommodating your needs. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a positive workplace culture that empowers our team to thrive professionally and personally. Additionally, our organized mentorship and continuous learning opportunities will allow you to advance your skills and grow your career.

Our Ft. Myers location is enriched by its vibrant community, outdoor activities, and close proximity to stunning gulf beaches, providing a well-rounded lifestyle for you and your family.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Privately owned and expanding – no corporate red tape or bureaucracy
• Collaborative leadership – work directly with hospital leadership and specialty peers
• Multispecialty model – work alongside specialists in Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, and Internal Medicine, with full 24/7 emergency support
• Culture-focused – supportive, transparent, and built around doing great medicine together
• 14,000+ combined sq. ft. fully equipped hospitals in Bonita Springs and Fort Myers
• Helical CT scanner
• Full in-house laboratory and digital radiology suite
• Abdominal and thoracic ultrasound
• Flexible and expanding endoscopy capability
• Cloud-based EMR and digital treatment whiteboards
• Dedicated ICU with advanced monitoring
• Well-trained, friendly support staff and a collaborative ER team

Have specific tools or capabilities you want to bring in? We’re happy to invest in the equipment and support you need to thrive.

Bonita Springs and Fort Myers offer an unbeatable coastal lifestyle — pristine beaches, endless sunshine, great restaurants, boating, golf, outdoor recreation, and no state income tax. Whether you’re looking to settle down or just escape winter permanently, this is a truly special place to live and work.

Ideal Candidate

• A board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Criticalist
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Florida
• A strong communicator and effective collaborator
• Dedicated to high-quality patient care, guest service, and referring DVM communication
• Ready to grow your career in a supportive and thriving hospital system
• Competitive base salary plus production
• Signing bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Safe harbor 401(k) with employer match
• CE and uniform allowance
• Paid licenses, PLIT, and professional dues
• PTO and paid holidays
• A leadership team that listens, supports, and invests in you