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Ameri Vet
Dade City, Florida

Veterinarian - Dade City, FL

Veterinarian Above average in Urgent Care (Veterinary)Full-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

About Our Clinic

Dade City Animal Clinic offers a veterinarian a practice with a strong reputation for exceptional, personalized care and deep community trust. You’ll work alongside a supportive team that values building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets, and enjoy a busy clinic environment that challenges and grows your clinical skills.

  • Clinic Snapshot
  • Practice type: GP, Urgent Care
  • Avg. daily patient volume: 20-30+
  • Support staff ratio: 2-3 techs per doctor
  • Case mix: Wellness, surgery, dentistry, urgent care, some hoof stock and exotics
  • Technology & equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, in-house labs, dental suite
  • Team culture: Fast paced, collaborative, teaching-focused, high-touch
  • Total Rewards & How We Invest in You
  • We believe great doctors deserve great rewards.
  • Prosal (base salary + production)
  • DVM Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Cash Program — earn annual bonuses based on your production
  • No negative accrual: We reward performance without penalizing you during slower periods
  • Transparent production metrics and operational support to maximize earnings
  • Generous CE allowance + paid licenses and professional dues
  • Referral bonus program: Bring great talent to our network & get rewarded
  • Flexible scheduling, strong work-life balance, and mentorship programs
  • Relocation assistance and sign on bonuses available
  • 401k retirement savings plan with company match
  • What Makes Us Different

Medical autonomy: Practice exceptional medicine and surgery with the full support of our medical systems and team.

  • Robust support: Skilled techs, dedicated CSRs, and strong leadership presence.
  • We believe thriving teams build thriving communities
  • You’ll have the tools, resources, and opportunities to grow your career
  • Who You Are & How You’ll Make a Difference

You are a veterinarian who is

  • Passionate about patient care and long-term client relationships
  • A collaborative teammate who thrives in a positive, supportive culture
  • Committed to continuous growth and excellence

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree from an accredited university (required)
  • Experience and comfort in a fast paced environment
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach to care
  • Strong communication and client-education skills
  • Open to seeing some hoof stock and exotic animals

About the Area

Dade City, FL offers the charm of small-town living with easy access to Tampa’s dining, shopping, and entertainment just a short drive away. Known for its historic downtown, rolling hills, and welcoming community, Dade City is perfect for those who enjoy a relaxed lifestyle without giving up modern conveniences. With nearby nature trails, local festivals, and a strong sense of community pride, it’s an ideal place to put down roots and truly feel at home.

  • Let’s talk about your next opportunity
  • Apply online or skip the paperwork and email Amy Barrett at Amy.barrett@amerivet.com anytime.

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

  • Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
  • Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

  • Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
  • Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
  • Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional medical and surgical care to patients in a fast-paced clinical environment. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients while working collaboratively with a supportive team.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Client communicationTeam collaborationExotic animal careHoof stock care

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Veterinarian - Dade City, FL at Ameri Vet a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Urgent Care (Veterinary) — ranked against 89 active Urgent Care (Veterinary) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Urgent Care Career Context

In Florida, the Veterinarian weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$125k (31 salary observations; 313 listings), vs ~$141k nationally (541 salary observations; 3,283 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Veterinarian listings this role was benchmarked against, 80% have no call, 56% require no weekends.

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).

Location & Logistics

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

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks17 jobs · 15 employers

401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
24% this job
Loan repayment
12% this job

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Work-life snapshot

6.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Urgent Care (Veterinary)

  • On-site

Living in Dade City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$319k
Typical market rent
$1,734/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Ameri Vet

Veterinary Services
San Antonio, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Prosal (base salary + production)
Long-Term Incentive Cash Program
No negative accrual
CE allowance
Paid licenses and professional dues
Referral bonus program
Flexible scheduling
Mentorship programs