Veterinary Ophthalmologist

Horton Animal Hospital - Discovery; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animal hospital in Tampa is seeking a full-time, board-certified or board-eligible Ophthalmologist to join its esteemed team of specialists. The facility features advanced medical technologies and fosters a collaborative environment, providing a supportive culture for professional growth. Opportunities for continuing education, competitive benefits, and a commitment to high-quality veterinary care await you in this vibrant city with a rich outdoor lifestyle.

Benefits

Trupanion pet insurance

Discounts on pet treatments

Annual education allowances

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must be a board-certified or board-eligible Ophthalmologist.
• Expertise in veterinary ophthalmology is required.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care for animal patients.
• Perform diagnostics and surgical procedures.
• Collaborate with a team of specialists and technicians.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Ophthalmology

Teamwork

Communication

Education

D.V.M. or equivalent

Board certified or board eligible in Veterinary Ophthalmology

Job description

BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Hospital in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a full-time board-certified or board-eligible Ophthalmologist to join our emergency and specialty hospital.

BluePearl Tampa is one of the founding hospitals in the BluePearl family, with over 46 emergency and board-certified or board-eligible veterinarians. Our team collaborates to provide top diagnostic and comprehensive services, including specialties such as avian and exotic medicine, cardiology, dermatology, emergency & critical care, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, radiology, and surgery.

Our 16,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility operates 24/7, 365 days a year. On-site diagnostic and treatment capabilities include a CT scanner, linear accelerator (LINAC), fluoroscopy, endoscopy, ultrasound, echocardiograms, access to MRI, digital radiography, radioiodine I-131 treatment for feline hyperthyroidism, in-house laboratory blood machines, and a large capacity centrifuge to support blood product supply for our hospital and partners.

Tampa is renowned for its outdoor lifestyle, with over 300 days of sunshine annually, beaches, cultural attractions like the Straz Center and Salvador Dali Museum, family-friendly destinations such as Busch Gardens, Florida Aquarium, and Lowry Park Zoo, and professional sports teams including the Buccaneers, Rays, and Lightning.

We foster a friendly, welcoming culture, considering ourselves a big family. Many staff members have been with us for over 10 years, and our team includes highly experienced technicians with 10-20 years of service. Cross-training opportunities are available for technicians across services.

Why BluePearl?

• We are passionate about pets. Benefits include Trupanion pet insurance and discounts on pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• We support professional growth through skill-based leveling for technicians, leadership development programs, and opportunities for career advancement within Mars Veterinary Health.
• We promote continuous learning with annual education allowances, free sessions, BluePearl University, CareerTrax, and access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• We prioritize your health and well-being with options for health, dental, vision, and life insurance, annual allowances, flexible schedules, paid time off, parental leave, and support from a regional social worker.

Our hospital culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, and dignity. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment. Assistance and accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. BluePearl is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.