Associate Veterinarian- GP/Urgent Care- Noah's Ark Animal Hospital – Valrico
About The Position
Noah's Ark Animal Hospital is hiring a full-time Associate Veterinarian (DVM) for its small companion-animal practice in Valrico, Florida. The hospital primarily treats dogs and cats and has served Valrico families for more than 30 years. It is part of Tampa Bay Animal Hospital Group, a network of nine hospitals and 215 people. The veterinarian is supported by one assigned technician and two floating technicians at all times, with two assigned technicians on procedure days. The hospital funds technician credentialing and provides a full training program. Appointments are typically 30 minutes, or one hour for two pets, with blocks built into the schedule. Available equipment includes ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiology, and dental radiology. The veterinarian performs dental extractions. The schedule is 35 scheduled hours per week, arranged as either three 12-hour days or four 10-hour days. The role includes one weekend per month, with one or two doctors working weekends, and no after-hours emergency duty. Compensation is $100,000–$175,000, with ProSal at 20% and no negative accrual, paid quarterly. The hospital describes its management style as open-book and open-door and emphasizes psychological safety. It offers journal club meetings with article reviews and guest speakers, structured mentorship, and team escape rooms during summer and holiday seasons. New graduates are welcome.
Requirements
- DVM degree or equivalent.
- Florida veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Desire to continue learning.
Responsibilities
- Provide veterinary care to companion animals, primarily dogs and cats.
- Perform dental extractions.
- Work collaboratively with assigned and floating veterinary technicians and the hospital team.
- Participate in the scheduled weekend rotation, one weekend per month.
- Engage in ongoing learning through journal club and other educational opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
- 401(k) with match.
- Paid professional liability insurance.
- Continuing education allowance.
- Employee pet care.
- Paid quarterly compensation under the ProSal arrangement.
- Paid time off; the hospital encourages employees to take the time they need.
- Structured mentorship and technician training support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
