Veterinarian | Colony Plaza Animal Hospital | The Villages, FL
About The Position
Colony Plaza Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, is seeking a veterinarian to join its established practice in The Villages, Florida. The veterinarian will deliver high-quality care, build long-term client relationships, and collaborate with team members. The hospital is a teaching hospital that mentors students through The Villages Charter School Job Shadowing Program. Its equipment and services include digital radiology, ultrasound, in-house blood analyzers, electronic medical records, and K Laser Therapy. Saturday availability is preferred. The Villages offers a close-knit community, golf-cart access to the hospital, and access to Orlando, Tampa, and Florida’s Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Children of employees are eligible to attend The Villages Charter School. CareVet describes itself as a network of veterinary hospitals focused on managing best-in-class hospitals and providing excellent care for pets and team members.
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree.
- Licensure in the state where the candidate will work.
- Compassion for pets and their owners.
- Dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks.
- Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about an animal’s wellbeing.
- Strong fondness for and understanding of animals.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of animal behavior.
- Ability to use medical technologies during animal diagnosis, research, and surgery.
Nice To Haves
- Saturday availability is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems.
- Treat and dress wounds.
- Perform surgery on animals.
- Test for and vaccinate against diseases.
- Operate medical equipment, such as X-ray machines.
- Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments.
- Prescribe medication.
- Collaborate with team members to provide high-quality care.
Benefits
- Six-figure starting salary plus production.
- Cash signing bonus.
- No negative accrual.
- Schedule flexibility.
- Paid time off.
- Access to CareVet’s vacation program.
- Student loan assistance.
- Paid parental leave.
- 401(k) with company match.
- 100% paid life and disability insurance.
- Paid time and allowance for professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
