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Veterinarian

J888946 Tampa Florida Tampa USD108K - USD166K / Year

Build your veterinary career in Tampa, FL as a full-time small-animal clinician with earnings up to $166,000. Join a supportive, well-equipped team that empowers doctors to focus on excellent medicine and meaningful client relationships.

The Hospital
This modern, small-animal hospital is designed around preventive care and same-day efficiency, supported by a collaborative clinical and client-service team.
- Preventive-care model with wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, and behavior support
- General and routine surgery, including spay/neuter and common soft-tissue procedures
- On-site diagnostics and imaging, including digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house laboratory testing
- In-house pharmacy plus online pharmacy options for convenience and continuity of care
- Additional client services: drop-off appointments, microchipping, medical grooming under veterinary supervision, and compassionate end-of-life care
- Retail-adjacent setting offers steady caseloads, strong client access, and convenient scheduling
- Structured leadership and support staff model with practice management, lead roles, client service coordinators, and experienced assistants/technicians
- Team-oriented culture with an emphasis on mentorship, ongoing learning, and quality standards
- Weekday and weekend hours provide scheduling variety

Location
Tampa, FL offers a fast-growing, Gulf Coast lifestyle with a strong economy, excellent connectivity, and year-round recreation. The city blends waterfront living with a vibrant cultural scene and professional sports, making it a compelling place to build a long-term career.
- Tampa Riverwalk: a 2.6-mile waterfront corridor linking parks, museums, dining, and entertainment
- Travel made easy: Tampa International Airport is consistently top-ranked and offers broad domestic and international service
- Major employers and diverse economy: healthcare, finance, defense, logistics, and tech
- MacDill Air Force Base anchors a significant defense and cybersecurity ecosystem
- Port Tampa Bay: Florida’s largest port supports cargo, cruise, and supply-chain industries
- University of South Florida: R1 research university fueling talent and collaboration
- Cultural districts: Ybor City, Armature Works, and Sparkman Wharf with thriving dining and brewery scenes
- Professional sports: NFL Buccaneers, NHL Lightning, and nearby MLB Rays
- Cost-of-living advantage with no state income tax

Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth retirement options with company match
- Student loan support for full-time veterinarians
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mental health and wellbeing resources, including access to coaching and counseling
- Company-paid life insurance with options to supplement
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare and dependent care) and Health Savings Account options
- Paid parental leave (birth and adoption)
- Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time for eligible roles
- Back-up child care, elder care, and family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Digital exercise and wellness programs
- Voluntary protection benefits (hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident)
- Legal plan and identity protection options
- Commuter benefits
- Employee pet care discounts, including complimentary preventive care plan coverage for personal pets
- Professional liability coverage and reimbursement for state license/DEA fees

The Role
- Full-time small-animal veterinarian providing high-quality, preventive-focused care
- Conduct comprehensive exams, develop treatment plans, and deliver client education
- Perform general surgery and dentistry, including interpretation of dental and general radiographs
- Utilize in-house lab and imaging to inform same-day decisions
- Prescribe and manage medications through the on-site pharmacy
- Maintain accurate medical records and uphold medical quality standards
- Collaborate closely with technicians, assistants, and client service teams in a fast-paced, retail-adjacent environment
- Contribute to weekend coverage on a shared rotation and support drop-off service workflows
- Mentor and support paraprofessional team members as needed

Requirements
- DVM/VMD degree from an accredited program
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Florida (or eligibility to obtain)
- Authorization to work in the United States
- DEA license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong communication skills and commitment to preventive care and client service
- Comfort working some weekends within a rotating schedule

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Benefits

Competitive Salary, Paid Vacations, Medical insurance