Veterinary Surgeon

SPCA Florida • Lakeland, FL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SPCA Florida is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon who values exceptional patient care, positive leadership, and teamwork. Primary responsibilities include performing high-volume spay/neuter surgeries for public-owned animals and community cats. Candidates should either possess experience with or be willing to learn additional specialty surgical procedures, including: Amputations, Pyometra surgeries, Eye enucleations, Minor soft tissue procedures, Exploratory surgeries, and Other routine shelter and community medicine surgeries. The ideal candidate is committed to SPCA Florida's mission, enjoys working in a collaborative environment, and is willing to assist other departments when needed to support the overall success of the Medical Center.

Requirements

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary school
• Active Florida, unrestricted veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• Small animal veterinary experience
• Strong surgical skills, specialty surgeries, and ability to maintain a busy surgical schedule
• Positive leadership abilities
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Collaborative team-oriented attitude
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to animal welfare and SPCA Florida's mission

Nice To Haves

• Experience with or willingness to learn additional specialty surgical procedures

Responsibilities

• Performing high-volume spay/neuter surgeries for public-owned animals and community cats.
• Performing additional specialty surgical procedures, including amputations, pyometra surgeries, eye enucleations, minor soft tissue procedures, and exploratory surgeries.
• Performing other routine shelter and community medicine surgeries.
• Assisting other departments when needed to support the overall success of the Medical Center.
• Willingness to assist with occasional emergency surgeries.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• No production-based compensation requirements
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off
• Paid Continuing Education Days
• Continuing Education allowance: $2,000 during the first year
• Additional annual increases thereafter
• Six (6) paid holidays
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Pet care discounts
• Employer-sponsored benefits package
• State Veterinary License coverage
• DEA Registration coverage
• AVMA Annual Dues coverage
• FVMA Annual Dues coverage
• AVMA PLIT Professional Liability Insurance coverage
• Employer-paid portion of Medical Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• No weekends
• No on-call responsibilities
• Flexible scheduling options: 3-day work week, 4-day work week, 5-day work week
• Additional individualized training opportunities
• Compassion Funds available for clients facing financial hardship
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level