Day Shift Veterinarian - Urgent Care - Tallahassee, FL
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Job Description
Who We Are
- Full-Time Daytime Emergency Veterinarian
- Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital | Tallahassee, FL
Do you thrive in emergency medicine but prefer to work while the sun is shining? Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital is looking for a Full-Time Daytime Emergency Veterinarian to join our 24-hour, full-service, multi-doctor emergency team in Tallahassee, Florida!
Whether you’re passionate about emergency medicine, looking to grow your clinical skills, or hoping to find a schedule that better fits your lifestyle, we’d love to connect. Daytime shifts are our primary focus, but we understand that flexibility matters. We’re open to discussing daytime, swing-shift, overnight, and urgent care scheduling options based on your interests, availability, and our hospital’s needs.
Why You’ll Love It Here
Flexible scheduling options – We’ll work with you to explore a schedule that aligns with your lifestyle and professional goals.
Daytime-focused opportunity – Enjoy the opportunity to practice emergency medicine during the day while collaborating with a supportive, multi-doctor team.
- Consistent scheduling – Block scheduling options help create a predictable routine.
- No on-call, ever.
- A close-knit emergency team that values collaboration, communication, and mutual support.
- Advanced diagnostics, modern technology, and support for exotic patients.
- Talented technicians and support staff by your side for every case.
- A culture that encourages mentorship, continued learning, and professional development.
A Typical Day with Us
Every day brings something different! You’ll see a variety of emergency cases, from urgent care visits and unexpected illnesses to complex medical cases and surgical emergencies. You’ll work alongside experienced ER colleagues and a skilled support team, with opportunities to collaborate, learn, and make a meaningful difference for pets and their families.
Whether you’re an experienced emergency veterinarian or looking to build confidence in a fast-paced clinical environment, we’re excited to learn more about what you’re looking for in your next role.
Who We’re Looking For
- Veterinarians of all experience levels who are passionate about emergency medicine.
- Compassionate clinicians who enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Lifelong learners interested in mentorship and developing their clinical skills.
- Team-oriented professionals who value communication and quality patient care.
- Veterinarians interested in discussing scheduling options that support their personal and professional goals.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k) with a 6% match, CE allowance, PTO, medical, dental, vision, and more.
- Professional development and mentorship opportunities.
- A supportive, multi-doctor team with access to advanced equipment and diagnostics.
The opportunity to live and work in Tallahassee, Florida, with its rich history, lively arts scene, and year-round outdoor adventures.
About Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital
At Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital, we’re committed to continually advancing our skills and technology to provide pets with exceptional emergency care. We work hard, support one another, and know how to keep a sense of humor—even on the busiest days.
If you’re looking for a daytime emergency medicine opportunity with a supportive team and scheduling flexibility, we’d love to hear from you! And if daytime isn’t your only preference, let’s talk about swing shifts, overnights, or urgent care options that may be a better fit.
Apply today and let’s explore the possibilities together!
Key Responsibilities
Provide emergency medical care for a variety of cases including urgent care, unexpected illnesses, and surgical emergencies. Collaborate with a multi-doctor team and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
Requirements
The position is open to veterinarians of all experience levels who are passionate about emergency medicine. Candidates must be compassionate, team-oriented, and committed to professional development and mentorship.
Key Skills
Urgent Care Career Context
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).
Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 68% have no call, 44% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in urgent care (veterinary) | ranked against 96 Urgent Care (Veterinary) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinarian median $138k (middle half $133k–$145k)26 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinarian listings in Florida | 338 active | 4,506 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 68% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida healthcare professional listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus · 12% offer loan repayment338 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Veterinarian pay trend | −3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Day Shift Veterinarian - Urgent Care - Tallahassee, FL at Allied Veterinary Emergency Hospital a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Urgent Care (Veterinary) — ranked against 96 active Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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