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Tampa Bay, Florida

Associate Veterinarian- GP/ Urgent Care- Tampa Bay Vets

Veterinarian Above average in Veterinary MedicineFull-Time

Listed compensation

starting at $130,000+

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Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Includes weekends
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Job Description

  • Associate Veterinarian – Tampa Bay Vets
  • Location: Tampa Bay, Florida
  • Position Type: Full-Time
  • New Graduates Welcome

About Tampa Bay Vets

Tampa Bay Vets is a privately owned network of nine AAHA-accredited veterinary hospitals dedicated to providing outstanding care for every client and patient, every day.

We are seeking an Associate Veterinarian who is passionate about high-quality medicine, collaboration, and client service. Whether you are a new graduate seeking structured mentorship or an experienced veterinarian looking for a supportive environment, we offer the resources and culture to help you thrive.

Why Join Tampa Bay Vets?

  • Privately owned veterinary group
  • Nine AAHA-accredited hospitals throughout Tampa Bay
  • Collaborative, team-focused culture
  • Strong mentorship and professional development
  • Advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities
  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Our Medical Team

Work Alongside

  • Experienced Associate Veterinarians
  • Credentialed Veterinary Technicians
  • Three ABVP Canine & Feline Diplomates
  • Board-Certified Veterinary Anesthesiologist
  • Access to Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Critical Care specialists
  • Technology & Equipment

Our Hospitals Feature

  • Digital Radiology (reviewed by board-certified radiologists)
  • Digital Dental Radiology
  • High-Speed Dental Equipment
  • Ultrasound
  • Rigid and Flexible Endoscopy
  • Cold Laser Therapy

Mentorship & Professional Development

Tampa Bay Vets proudly holds AAHA Mentorship Accreditation and serves as a Clerkship Partner for the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.

Benefits Include

  • Structured mentorship program
  • Ongoing case collaboration
  • Monthly journal club
  • Doctor meetings
  • Specialty labs and educational lectures
  • $3,000 annual CE allowance

Work-Life Balance

  • We believe great veterinarians deserve sustainable schedules.
  • Four-day work week
  • Rotating weekends
  • No after-hours emergency duty
  • Built-in lunch breaks
  • Dedicated administrative time
  • Schedule designed to support timely departures

Compensation

  • Guaranteed base salary starting at $130,000+
  • 20% production-based commission
  • No negative accrual
  • Signing bonus available
  • Relief shift opportunities across all nine locations
  • Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance Options
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with Employer Match
  • AVMA Dues Covered
  • Professional Liability Insurance Covered
  • Pet Care Benefits

Qualifications

  • DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary program
  • Eligible for veterinary licensure in Florida
  • New graduates encouraged to apply
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care and client service
  • Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a practice where mentorship, collaboration, and exceptional medicine come together, we'd love to hear from you.

Build your future with Tampa Bay Vets and become part of a team committed to supporting veterinarians, patients, and the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality medical care and diagnostic services to patients within a collaborative, AAHA-accredited hospital environment. Engage in ongoing case collaboration, mentorship, and professional development to maintain exceptional standards of veterinary practice.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Client CommunicationTeam CollaborationClinical Diagnostics

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian- GP/ Urgent Care- Tampa Bay Vets at Dvm Launch a 7.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,966 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

Of the 47 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 68% have no call, 49% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$130k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $126k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$130k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

7.3/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Veterinary Medicine

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  • Includes weekends
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Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed base salary starting at $130,000
20% production-based commission
No negative accrual
Signing bonus available
Relief shift opportunities
Up to $5,000 relocation assistance
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance