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VI PET
Davie, Florida

Associate Veterinarian

Veterinarian 8.7 Work-LifeNo weekendsNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting3-day week

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

At Country Inn Pet Resort & Animal Hospital, we’re more than just a veterinary practice, we are a Family-owned, veterinarian-owned, and proudly serving South Florida since 2006. We’ve built our reputation on exceptional patient care, lasting client relationships, and a supportive team culture.

Unlike corporate practices, medical decisions are made by veterinarians, not corporate executives, allowing you to practice medicine with true clinical autonomy and your patients’ best interests at the center of every decision. No corporate medicine. No production pressure.

Just great medicine, loyal clients, and a supportive team where you can focus on what matters, providing exceptional care for your patients while enjoying an outstanding work-life balance.

Since 2008, we have been an AAHA- Accredited Animal Hospital committed to the highest standards of veterinary medicine while continuously investing in our people, technology, and patient care.

We are currently seeking a Full time / Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our experienced medical team. This position offers a consistent three-day schedule (Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays), making it an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian looking for flexibility while practicing progressive, relationship-centered medicine in a collaborative environment.

  • Why You’ll Love Working Here
  • Family-owned and veterinarian-owned practice since 2006
  • AAHA-Accredited Animal Hospital
  • Clinical autonomy with medical decisions made by veterinarians—not corporate management
  • Established respected practice with loyal client base
  • Collaborative, experienced doctor team
  • Family-owned business where your voice, ideas, and professional growth are valued
  • No after-hours, Saturday, or emergency /on-call responsibilities
  • Animal Hospital closed on Sunday and Holidays
  • Consistent three-day work schedule
  • Paperless hospital utilizing AVImark software.

Advanced Diagnostic and Treatment Capabilities Include

  • Digital Radiography
  • Therapeutic Laser Therapy

Fully Equipped In-house IDEXX Laboratory

Beautiful 8-acre Pet resort and Animal Hospital offering a unique environment for clients, patients, and our team

About the Role

As an Associate Veterinarian, you’ll provide comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for companion animals while building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

You’ll work alongside an experienced, compassionate medical team that values collaboration, communication, mentorship, and practicing medicine the right way.

This position is ideal for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, educating clients, working as part of a supportive team, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive physical examinations and diagnostics
  • Develop individualized treatment plans using current medical standards
  • Provide preventive, medical, and surgical care for companion animals
  • Educate clients on wellness, nutrition, preventive healthcare, and treatment options
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical records using AVImark software.
  • Collaborate closely with fellow veterinarians and support staff to provide exceptional patient care
  • Perform routine surgical procedures appropriate to your experience and comfort level
  • Practice compassionate, low-stress patient handling whenever possible
  • Uphold the hospital’s commitment to medical excellence, professionalism, and outstanding client service

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM or VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary college
  • Active Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain prior to employment)
  • Strong diagnostic, medical, and surgical skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Positive, team-oriented attitude
  • Commitment to practicing compassionate, high-quality medicine

Passion for building lasting relationships with clients and becoming an integral member of a close-knit veterinary team

Compensation & Benefits

  • We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience, including:
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Professional license and dues assistance
  • Employee pet care discounts
  • Life in Davie, Florida

Located just minutes from Fort Lauderdale and South Florida’s beautiful beaches, Davie offers the perfect blend of suburban charm and city convenience. With its equestrian roots, scenic parks, open green spaces, excellent restaurants, and year-round sunshine, it’s an outstanding place to build both a rewarding career and an enjoyable lifestyle.

Join Our Family

If you’re looking for a practice where you can truly practice high-quality medicine, build meaningful relationships with clients, and work alongside a team that genuinely supports one another, we’d love to meet you. Come experience the difference of an independently owned, AAHA-accredited, veterinarian-led hospital where medicine comes first, your voice is valued, and both people and pets are treated like family.

Country Inn Pet Resort & Animal Hospital is committed to creating a workplace where veterinarians can thrive professionally, enjoy genuine work-life balance, and practice the kind of medicine they envisioned when they entered the profession.

We look forward to welcoming you to our family.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

SurgeryClient education

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, 2% are remote, 72% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

What does the Veterinary Medicine market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 5% in veterinary medicineranked against 3,130 Veterinary Medicine listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedVeterinary Medicine median $138k (middle half $133k–$145k)25 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingFlorida index 103.4US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Veterinary Medicine listings in Florida220 active3,147 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 72% no call · 48% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedFlorida healthcare professional listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus · 12% offer loan repayment340 active listings, Nov 2026
New Veterinary Medicine listings996 in the last 30 days502 the 30 days before (+98%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Veterinary Medicine pay trend+3.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (3,130 Veterinary Medicine listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Associate Veterinarian at VI PET a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Veterinary Medicine — ranked against 3,130 active Veterinary Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Veterinarian Jobs

21 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

21 jobs · 11 employers
4
<$85k
3
$85k-115k
5
$115k-145k
3
$145k-175k
6
$175k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

20 jobs · 11 employers
CME allowance
80% this job
401k / retirement match
75%
Sign-on bonus
70%
Relocation assistance
25%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$160k-$180k
#2

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Veterinary Practice Partners · New York, New York

$160k-$180k
#3

Veterinarian

$100k-$175k
#4

Associate Veterinarian- GP/Urgent Care- Temple Terrace Animal Hospital – Tampa

$100k-$175k
+ 19 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Veterinary Medicine listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 3,130 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • No nights
  • Includes call

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Health insurance contribution
Paid time off and holidays
Continuing education allowance
Professional license and dues assistance
Employee pet care discounts

Living in Davie

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$496k
Typical market rent
$2,432/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.