Veterinarian
Listed compensation
starting at $120,000
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- No call
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job Description
Associate Veterinarian | $120k+ | Family-Owned Practice | No Weekends
Since 1962, Driftwood Animal Hospital has been Daytona Beach’s trusted veterinary clinic, delivering high-quality medicine in a family-centered environment. Now in its second generation of ownership, our practice is growing — with an upgraded, larger facility opening later this year.
We’re seeking a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit team. Whether you’re a new grad looking for mentorship or a seasoned vet wanting a supportive, well-equipped hospital, Driftwood could be the place you’ve been searching for.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Family-Owned Since 1962: Strong values, long-term roots, and a welcoming, community-oriented feel.
State-of-the-Art Tools: Digital X-ray, in-house CBC/chemistry, ultrasound (with live-certified sonographer support), dedicated dental suite with digital dental X-ray.
Work-Life Balance: No on-call, no weekends, and a laid-back, supportive environment.
Amazing Team: Loyal, long-term staff who feel like family and ensure smooth, collaborative workflows.
Mentorship & Growth: New grads gain confidence with support; experienced vets can explore leadership opportunities.
Competitive Compensation: Salary starting at $120,000 (based on experience), plus PTO, CE allowance, licensures coverage, and health/dental benefits.
- What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs and cats
- Perform routine and advanced surgeries and dentals
- Collaborate with a fun, driven, and dedicated team
- Build long-lasting relationships with clients who value quality care
About Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Beach offers the best of Florida living: sun, surf, and a vibrant community. Known for its world-famous beach and motorsport culture, the area also offers beautiful parks, cultural festivals, and family-friendly neighborhoods. Whether you love oceanfront relaxation, outdoor adventure, or easy access to Orlando and Jacksonville, Daytona Beach is a perfect spot to build both a career and a lifestyle.
Join Driftwood Animal Hospital and be part of a practice built on family, medicine, and community. Apply today!
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs and cats, and perform routine and advanced surgeries and dentals. Collaborate with a dedicated team and build long-lasting relationships with clients.
Requirements
The position is suitable for both new graduates seeking mentorship and experienced veterinarians looking for a supportive environment. Strong values and a commitment to quality care are emphasized.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian at Veterinary Solut!ons Services a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 2,953 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Veterinary Medicine Career Context
In Florida, the Veterinary Medicine weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$116k (18 salary observations; 198 listings), vs ~$142k nationally (313 salary observations; 2,301 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-03-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 74% have no call, 52% require no weekends.
Veterinary Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.7% 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)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k 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 ~$120k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Listing-based score
Above average in Veterinary Medicine
- No call
- No weekends
Living in Daytona Beach
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $302k
- Typical market rent
- $1,533/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 21 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 99.4
- 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 · Deltona-Daytona Beach-Ormond Beach, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.