Veterinarian - Dade City, FL
Compensation
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time · on-site
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
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
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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