|Up to $100K Sign On | Managing Veterinarian - Walton County Animal Clinic

Walton County Animal Clinic • DeFuniak Springs, FL

71d • $120,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Welcome to Walton County Animal Clinic, where pets are family and our community is everything! Nestled in charming DeFuniak Springs, FL, our clinic has been a trusted name in veterinary care for nearly 40 years. As our legacy of excellence grows, we’re on the hunt for a Managing Veterinarian to lead our passionate, tight-knit team into the future.
🐾 Why Walton County Animal Clinic?
We believe vet med should feel just as good as it does meaningful. That’s why our talented doctors and rockstar support team create a fun, collaborative, and upbeat environment—where everyone has each other’s back (and the pets’ too!). Two of our techs are actively pursuing certification, and our team is energized, motivated, and ready to support our next amazing leader.
🌟 About the Role:
As our Managing DVM, you'll take the lead both medically and operationally—guiding our care standards, mentoring associates, and helping shape our practice’s future. If you’re a confident, forward-thinking vet with a passion for surgery, dentistry, and empowering your team, we’d love to meet you.
🩺 What You’ll Have at Your Fingertips:
Digital X-ray & Dental Radiography
Therapeutic Laser
Full IDEXX In-House Lab Suite (CBC, Chem, UA, Sediment)
Electrosurgery (Incoming!)
Suction + All the essentials
📍 About Our Community:
DeFuniak Springs is a gem in Northwest Florida—full of historic Victorian charm and a spring-fed lake that becomes a winter wonderland during the holidays. With a booming local economy, growing neighborhoods, and year-round outdoor adventures like kayaking and boating, it’s a little slice of paradise to call home.

Requirements

• DVM from an AVMA-accredited institution
• Active Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license eligibility
• Strong communicator with a kind, professional demeanor
• Team-first leadership mentality
• Able to lift 25+ lbs (with help for the big floofs!)

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to small animal patients
• Perform surgeries and dental procedures confidently
• Interpret diagnostics and develop treatment plans
• Build strong client relationships and foster team culture
• Maintain thorough medical records and ensure compliance
• Lead with integrity and inspire a positive, team-driven clinic environment

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation (negotiable based on experience)
• Up to $100K sign-on bonus
• Unlimited Personal Time Away
• Flexible scheduling options
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match + Roth options
• CE + License Reimbursement
• Relocation assistance
• Mental Health & Employee Assistance Programs
• Leadership development pathways
• DVM Referral Bonus Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree