About this opportunity
American Veterinary Medical Association lists this Associate Veterinarian opportunity in davenport, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Associate Veterinarian — General Practice & Exotics
Central Florida | No Weekends | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM | Work-Life Balance
Practice great medicine. Build meaningful relationships. Have a life outside the clinic.
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our general practice in Central Florida. Our practice provides care for dogs and cats while also seeing select exotic companion animals, creating a diverse and rewarding caseload.
Our goal is simple: provide excellent veterinary medicine while creating a workplace where our team can thrive.
A Schedule Designed for Work-Life Balance
We believe being an excellent veterinarian shouldn't require sacrificing your personal life.
Our regular schedule includes:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
No weekends
Limited after-hours emergency responsibility
Local emergency clinics available for cases requiring overnight or emergency care
A genuine commitment to work-life balance
We want our veterinarians to have the opportunity to enjoy their careers and their lives outside of work.
Our Core Values: HEART
At our clinic, HEART isn't just an acronym — it's how we strive to practice veterinary medicine and work together as a team.
H — Honesty
We communicate openly and honestly with our clients, patients, and coworkers. We believe trust begins with straightforward communication and doing the right thing, even when it's difficult.
E — Empathy
We recognize that every patient, client, and team member has a story. We approach patients with compassion and strive to understand the concerns and emotions of the people who care for them.
A — Adaptability
Veterinary medicine changes every day. We embrace learning, new ideas, evolving technology, different perspectives, and the unexpected challenges that come with caring for animals.
R — Respect
We treat our patients, clients, coworkers, and the veterinary profession with respect. Everyone on our team has an important role in providing excellent patient care.
T — Trust
We build relationships based on reliability, integrity, communication, and accountability. Our team should be able to depend on one another.
We are looking for someone who shares these values and wants to help us continue building a culture centered around HEART.
What You'll Do
Our veterinarians enjoy a varied general-practice caseload, including:
Wellness and preventive medicine
Internal medicine
Diagnostic workups
Soft-tissue surgery
Dentistry and oral health
Dermatology
Chronic disease management
Preventive care and client education
Urgent care during regular business hours
Routine surgical and dental procedures
Care of exotic companion animals
We welcome veterinarians who want to expand their skills in surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, or exotic animal medicine.
Practice With Modern Equipment
We believe veterinarians should have the tools they need to practice good medicine.
Our practice is equipped with:
Digital radiography
In-house laboratory equipment through Antech
Vessel-sealing technology
Dedicated dental suite
Isoflurane and sevoflurane anesthesia
Lift examination and treatment tables
Therapy laser
Surgical laser
Modern anesthesia and surgical equipment
Fear Free–focused patient handling and care
Our equipment allows our veterinarians to perform a wide range of diagnostics and procedures while keeping patient safety and comfort at the forefront.
Our Approach to Veterinary Medicine
We believe quality medicine starts with taking care of the people providing it.
Fear Free Patient Care
Reducing fear and stress whenever possible and creating a more positive experience for both patients and their owners.
Quality Medicine
Using appropriate diagnostics, treatment options, and modern equipment to provide excellent patient care.
Client Communication
Helping clients understand their pet's condition and participate in informed decisions about their pet's care.
Teamwork
Veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client service representatives working together toward the same goal.
Continuing Education
Supporting veterinarians who want to continue learning and developing their clinical skills.
Work-Life Balance
A sustainable veterinary career should leave room for family, friends, hobbies, and life outside the clinic.
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for a veterinarian who is:
A DVM or equivalent with a Florida veterinary license
Comfortable practicing general medicine
Interested in or willing to see some exotic companion animals
Comfortable performing routine soft-tissue surgery or eager to develop surgical skills
Compassionate with patients and clients
A strong communicator
A collaborative team member
Committed to Fear Free and low-stress patient care
Adaptable and willing to learn
Someone who genuinely identifies with our HEART values
New Graduates Welcome
We are happy to consider new graduates who are eager to learn and grow. Mentorship and support are available as you develop confidence in clinical medicine, surgery, dentistry, and exotic patient care.
Experienced veterinarians are equally welcome.
Why Join Us?
Because veterinary medicine should have HEART.
You can have:
A supportive team
Modern equipment
A diverse patient population
Opportunities to work with exotic pets
The ability to practice quality medicine
Opportunities for professional growth
A genuine work-life balance
Your evenings and weekends back
If you're looking for a veterinary home where Honesty, Empathy, Adaptability, Respect, and Trust are more than words on a wall, we'd love to meet you.
Bring Your HEART to Veterinary Medicine
Central Florida
Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
No Weekends
General Practice + Exotic Companion Animals
HEART: Honesty Empathy Adaptability Respect Trust
DVM or equivalent degree
Any experience level considered
Florida state license (NAVLE + FL laws and rules)
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Worksite address
davenport, FL, 33837, US
Who can apply
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