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Orlando, Florida

GP + Urgent Care Associate Veterinarian - Lake Nona

VeterinarianIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

CityVet Lake Nona is hiring a GP + Urgenct Care Associate Veterinarian to join our collaborative, doctor‑led team.

Are you a passionate and dedicated veterinarian looking for an exciting opportunity? How about in a brand-new hospital in the beautiful Lake Nona area? CityVet is opening a state-of-the-art hospital in the winter of this year, and we are looking for a hybrid general practice/urgent care veterinarian to join the team and care for our four-legged patients. This opportunity provides significant scheduling flexibility and competitive compensation.

Scheduling will be Friday-Sunday 9a-9p

About Dr. Lipp's CityVet - Lake Nona

Dr. Lipp’s CityVet clinic in Lake Nona offers a supportive, team‑oriented work environment where quality medicine, collaboration, and compassion come first. Leadership is approachable, growth is encouraged, and the culture emphasizes respect and work‑life balance. It’s a modern clinic with a close‑knit feel, making it a rewarding place to build a career in veterinary medicine.

This clinic is a modern, well‑equipped practice with digital radiography, in‑house lab capabilities, advanced dental equipment, and fully outfitted surgical and treatment areas designed to support high‑quality medicine and efficient workflows.

About CityVet

For over 25 years, CityVet has been a company founded and led by veterinarians. We believe in empowering our doctors to practice medicine their way, fostering a culture of collaboration, and providing a clear path to career growth. Our local ownership model is backed by national support, giving you the autonomy you desire with the resources you need to succeed.

  • We are proud of our reputation, which is reflected in our accolades:
  • Certified as a Great Place to Work™ for three consecutive years.
  • Recognized as the #11 Best Place to Work on Glassdoor across all industries.
  • The only GP veterinary company named on Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Health Care™.
  • A 4.8-star average Google rating from over 10,000 client reviews.
  • How we break the mold

As a CityVet Veterinarian, you will focus on providing high-quality medical care to pets while building lasting relationships with their owners. We are looking for a doctor who is committed to excellence in general practice or urgent care services.

At CityVet, we C. A. R. E. about our doctors:

  • Culture: A workplace where people feel supported and valued
  • Advancement: Growth through mentorship and ownership opportunities
  • Relationships: Deep connections with teams, clients, and communities
  • Excellence: Delivering the best for people and pets
  • We invest in your future with unparalleled veterinary career opportunities:
  • A Pathway to Ownership: We offer a unique opportunity for partnership without the high financial pressure.
  • Continuing Education: Gain access to Affinity Academy for customized CE and leadership development programs.
  • Supportive Network: Join a community of over 150 veterinarians who collaborate and share knowledge.

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent.
  • Licensed to practice in this state or eligible for licensure.
  • A collaborative spirit and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
  • Interest in General Practice and/or Urgent Care medicine.

Benefits & Compensation

We believe in rewarding our veterinarians with a benefits package that supports their professional and personal well-being.

  • Unlimited Earning Potential: A progressive compensation model with a guaranteed base salary and no ceiling.
  • Generous Production Commission: Earn up to 28% production commission with no negative accrual.
  • Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a 4% employer match.
  • Financial Wellness: Access to student debt support, financial planning tools, and loan repayment resources.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy generous paid time off, paid parental leave, and comprehensive mental health benefits.

Exceptional Health Care: We provide free virtual urgent care for all full-time team members and their families.

  • Want a Sneak Peek Into Life at CityVet? Check out these videos to learn more about
  • Why Is Our Culture At CityVet So Good?
  • Words to Describe CityVet

Why Work at CityVet?

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re ready to lead a team, grow into ownership, and find your forever clinic, this could be the perfect fit. We’d love to chat.

For other CityVet roles, visit our careers page.

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  • Let’s deliver Your Kind of Care—together.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality general practice and urgent care medical services to pets in a state-of-the-art hospital. Build lasting relationships with pet owners while collaborating with a doctor-led team.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

General Practice MedicineSurgical Procedures

Urgent Care Career Context

City Vet holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 47 active listings.

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Veterinarian pay on WeekdayDoc is down 16.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 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.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution10 jobs · 9 employers

3
<$110k
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$120k
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$170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 9 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
60%
Relocation assistance
30%
Loan repayment
10% this job

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Orlando

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,896/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About City Vet

Veterinary Services
Dallas, Texas
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with 4% match
Student debt support
Loan repayment resources
Generous PTO
Paid parental leave
Mental health benefits
Free virtual urgent care