Associate Veterinarian | Small Animal GP | New Port Richey, FL
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Job Description
Tailored Sign-On Bonus + No Negative Accrual
- Associate Veterinarian | Full-Time or Part-Time Flexible Scheduling
- Small Animal | General Practice
- New Port Richey, FL
Little Road Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted part of the New Port Richey community for years, providing compassionate, high-quality care while building lasting relationships with generations of pets and the families who love them.
We're looking for a full-time Associate Veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment where teamwork, kindness, and patient care come first.
Here, you'll have the opportunity to work up a diverse caseload – from preventative care and dentistry to surgery, advanced diagnostics, ultrasound, and urgent medical cases – using modern technology alongside an experienced team that genuinely enjoys working together.
Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or looking to continue developing your clinical skills, you'll find a hospital committed to supporting your growth while giving you the autonomy to practice medicine the way you believe it should be practiced!
Learn more: Little Road Veterinary Clinic
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Little Road Veterinary Clinic, our doctors enjoy a competitive base salary with monthly production compensation and no negative accrual, meaning you will never owe money back if production fluctuates. This structure rewards growth, efficiency, and strong medicine — offering true unlimited earning potential.
What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out
- Tailored Sign-On Bonus + No Negative Accrual
- Flexible scheduling that supports work-life balance
- Clinical autonomy with collaborative support
- Diverse medical and surgical caseload
- Digital radiography, dental radiography, in-house diagnostics & ultrasound
- Skilled, experienced support staff
- Loyal, established client base offering high production opportunities
- Continuing education and professional growth
- Positive, team-oriented culture
- Personalized, relationship-focused patient care
- Well-established, trusted community hospital
Life in New Port Richey
Enjoy Florida's Gulf Coast lifestyle with beautiful waterfront parks, boating, fishing, and year-round sunshine. New Port Richey offers a welcoming small-town feel with a vibrant downtown, local restaurants, breweries, and community events — all while being just a short drive from Tampa, Clearwater, and some of Florida's most beautiful beaches.
Little Road Veterinary Clinic is proud to be part of Community Veterinary Partners (CVP). While every CVP hospital maintains its own unique personality and culture, we’re united by one mission: to create more meaningful moments between pets and people — starting with the people on our teams. That means giving our doctors the trust, support, and resources they need to thrive.
Little Road Veterinary Clinic + CVP Difference
- Creative Compensation – Crafted to intentionally align with your career aspirations.
- Expansive Network – Collaborate with 600+ doctors across 140+ hospitals in 18 states, gaining unmatched support and expertise.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to Journey, our platform for confidential support for you, your family, and friends.
- Clinical Autonomy – Make the best medical decisions for your patients within a supportive team.
- Top-Tier Growth & Mentorship – Benefit from structured onboarding, leadership development, and career advancement programs.
And through CVP’s shared values: Champion People, Elevate Care, Respect Each Other, Execute with Excellence, Seek to Understand. We create an environment where care flourishes, growth is encouraged, and your career can take the path you choose.
Other Benefits of Our Community
- Sign-on Bonus and Relocation assistance available.
- No Negative Accrual EVER.
- Generous PTO + Paid Parental Leave – Because burnout is out and balance is in.
- Yearly CE Funds + Paid Time Off Just for CE – Learn, grow, and level up without burning your vacation days.
- We Cover the Fees – State licenses, DEA, AVMA PLIT? Handled.
- 401(k) Match + Equity Opportunities – Real wealth-building, not just a paycheck.
- Pet care discounts so your own pets get the royal treatment they deserve.
- Team Recognition Programs – From shout-outs to bonus rewards, we love giving credit where it’s due. (We see you, tech and support staff)
Why fall in love with Vet Med again?
You’ll do medicine that matters, with people you’ll actually want to hang out with, in a place that supports your growth. Whether it’s this practice or one of the other 150+ clinics in our community, I’d love to hear about what’s most important to you in your next role and see if we have a great fit!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Community Veterinary Partners (CVP) does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care for small animals, including preventative care, surgery, and advanced diagnostics. Collaborate with a supportive team to manage a diverse caseload and build lasting relationships with clients.
Requirements
Must be a licensed veterinarian capable of practicing general medicine and surgery. The role is open to both experienced practitioners and those looking to develop their clinical skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Veterinary Medicine 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 Veterinary Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.6 / 10 · above average in veterinary medicine | ranked against 3,392 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Veterinary Medicine median $135k (middle half $133k–$138k)27 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Veterinary Medicine listings in Florida | 234 active | 3,407 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 80% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus | Florida healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 31% state a sign-on bonus · 9% offer loan repayment326 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Veterinary Medicine listings | 1,234 in the last 30 days | 503 the 30 days before (+145%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Veterinary Medicine pay trend | +5.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian | Small Animal GP | New Port Richey, FL at Community Veterinary Partners 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 3,392 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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