Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM)

VeterinarianIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

base of $225,000

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Join the Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida, where your expertise saves lives every day and your work truly matters. We are a fast-paced, team-oriented emergency practice serving the greater Orlando area, and we're looking for a passionate, skilled Veterinarian to join our exceptional medical team.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • $25,000 Sign-On Bonus - Half paid at start, half after 2 years of employment
  • Competitive Commission-Based Pay - Minimum guaranteed base of $225,000/year
  • 401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
  • Comprehensive Insurance Package - Company-paid portion of health, dental, vision, life, and LTD
  • $6,000 Continuing Education Funds for work-related costs

Monthly Pay Schedule

Live & work in sunny Central Florida, minutes from beaches, theme parks, and year-round outdoor activities

Position Overview

As an Emergency Veterinarian at VEC, you will diagnose, stabilize, and treat critically ill and injured small animal patients. You'll make fast, informed decisions, manage urgent surgical cases, and provide compassionate communication to pet owners during difficult times. You'll be supported by skilled technicians and staff who share your dedication to emergency medicine.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide immediate evaluation, stabilization, and treatment for emergency cases
  • Perform emergency surgeries and critical medical procedures
  • Diagnose acute illnesses and injuries using advanced diagnostic tools
  • Prescribe medications and establish evidence-based treatment plans
  • Deliver clear, empathetic communication to clients in high-stress situations
  • Maintain thorough, accurate medical records in all cases
  • Collaborate with veterinary technicians and support staff to deliver efficient, high-quality care

What We're Looking For

Education & Licensure

  • Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD)
  • Current license to practice in Florida
  • DEA license and ability to dispense/prescribe controlled substances

Experience

Previous veterinary practice experience required (emergency or specialty preferred)

Skills & Traits

  • Excellent emergency diagnostic, surgical, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to remain composed under pressure in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong multitasking and organizational skills
  • Professional, compassionate, and client-focused demeanor
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled

Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Lift/carry up to 50 lbs. unassisted (assist for 50-200 lbs.)
  • Stand/walk for extended periods (up to 10 hours)
  • Safely restrain animals in stressful conditions
  • Exposure to animal secretions, bites/scratches, contagious diseases, anesthesia, and radiation

Why Central Florida?

Enjoy the best of both worlds - a vibrant metro area with quick access to beaches, theme parks, outdoor recreation, and year-round warm weather. Plus, no state income tax means more of your earnings stay in your pocket.

Ready to Make a Difference in Emergency Veterinary Medicine?

Apply today to join a team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and rewards your dedication.

The Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida is committed to maintaining a safe and professional workplace. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) and possess a current Florida veterinary license. Previous experience in emergency or specialty veterinary practice is required, along with the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Veterinary surgeryCritical careDiagnostic imagingPatient stabilizationClient communicationMedical record keepingAnimal restraintTriage

Veterinary Medicine Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$225k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $218k in an average-cost state. 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, 4% are remote, 62% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) at Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,047 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. At the posted ~$225k midpoint, that is roughly $9k–$16k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

33 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution33 jobs · 17 employers

19
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6
$155k-180k
2
$180k
5
$205k-230k
1
$275k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks33 jobs · 17 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
79% this job
Sign-on bonus
73% this job
Relocation assistance
39%
Loan repayment
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.7this job 6.2
Better work-life than 60% of Veterinary Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,047 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Orlando

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k≈ 1.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,896/mo≈ 10% of gross pay
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.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Veterinary Emergency Clinic of Central Florida

Mental Health Care
Orlando, Florida
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

$25,000 Sign-On Bonus
Competitive Commission-Based Pay
401(k) with up to 4% Company Match
Comprehensive Insurance Package
$6,000 Continuing Education Funds
Monthly Pay Schedule