Veterinarian- Kings Trial Animal Hospital
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Job Description
Associate Veterinarian- Kings Trail Animal Hospital (Jacksonville, Florida)
Kings Trail Animal Hospital is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team in sunny Jacksonville, FL! Whether you're a recent graduate searching for solid mentorship or a seasoned DVM ready to bring your skills to a supportive, community-focused practice—this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career and make a meaningful impact. We offer a welcoming environment, flexible scheduling, and a team that feels like family.
Who We Are
At Kings Trail Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be a full-service small animal practice offering wellness, dentistry, surgery, boarding, and more. Our hospital has built a strong reputation for compassionate care and strong community ties. We’ve fostered a family-oriented culture with a talented, experienced team who values learning, teaching, and supporting one another—regardless of title or tenure.
We believe in open communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Our facility is well-equipped with modern tools, and our team is encouraged to stay current with veterinary advancements through CE and specialty training.
What We Offer
- Great work-life balance with consistent weekday hours (8am–5:30pm)
- No on-call or emergency hours
- Competitive base salary DOE
- Quarterly production with no negative accrual
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Paid parental leave / bonding time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- AVMA PLIT coverage
- Paid licensing fees and membership dues
- Annual CE allowance with paid time off to attend
- Professional development assistance
- Structured mentorship program
- Dentistry training with a board-certified dental specialist
- Personal pet discounts
- And more!
Why Jacksonville?
Jacksonville offers something for everyone. With 22 miles of beaches, the largest urban park system in the country, and a vibrant arts, food, and sports scene, it’s easy to see why more people are calling Jacksonville home. Whether you’re into hiking, paddleboarding, horseback riding on the beach, or simply enjoying sunny weather year-round, you’ll find your niche here. And with no state income tax and a low cost of living, it’s a great place to plant roots.
We welcome veterinarians of all experience levels to apply. Candidates must be licensed (or able to become licensed) in Florida.
Join our supportive and experienced team at Kings Trail Animal Hospital and see how rewarding your veterinary career can be—in a city where “it’s easier here!”
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com.
Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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Key Responsibilities
The Associate Veterinarian will provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals in a community-focused practice. The role involves collaborating with a supportive team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes and maintaining strong client relationships.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid veterinary license in the state of Florida or be eligible to obtain one. The position is open to both recent graduates seeking mentorship and experienced veterinarians.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Florida, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$126k (44 salary observations; 566 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (873 salary observations; 7,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 25% in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,083 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $130k–$140k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Florida vs national | $126k median in Florida | $140k nationally (−10%)44 state / 873 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Florida | 245 active | 3,421 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 84% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Florida healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 38% state a sign-on bonus · 9% offer loan repayment365 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,251 in the last 30 days | 492 the 30 days before (+154%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +3.7% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian- Kings Trial Animal Hospital at Western Veterinary Partners a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 25% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,083 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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