Step into a full-time Veterinarian role in Lake Butler, FL with compensation up to $181,000. Join a community-focused small-animal clinic where quality medicine and supportive teamwork come first.
The Hospital
- Busy, community-trusted small-animal practice with a friendly, team-first culture
- Collaborative clinical environment with veterinarians, credentialed technicians, and client service professionals
- Full-service care including wellness exams, vaccinations, spay/neuter, microchipping, dental cleanings, ear care, medical grooming, and general surgery
- In-clinic diagnostics featuring in-house laboratory testing and digital radiology
- On-site pharmacy plus dedicated areas for surgical and dental procedures
- Inclusive workplace with mentorship and ongoing professional development
Location
Lake Butler, FL offers small-town charm with easy access to outdoor recreation and nearby city amenities. As Union County’s welcoming county seat, it blends lakeside living with a strong sense of community and a relaxed pace of life.
- Lakeside Park with splash pad, sandy beach, playgrounds, picnic pavilions, boat ramp, and walking trails
- Direct access to the Palatka-Lake Butler State Trail for biking, running, and weekend adventures
- About a 30-40 minute drive to Gainesville for university events, shopping, and regional services
- Close-knit community atmosphere in a historic downtown setting
- Stable local economy supported by agriculture and state correctional institutions
- Union County School District schools located in town for convenient family living
- Regional air travel options via Gainesville Regional and Jacksonville International airports
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth retirement plans with company match
- Student loan support program for full-time DVMs
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Mental health resources, including confidential counseling and coaching
- Company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental life coverage
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
- Paid parental leave for birth or adoption
- Continuing education allowance
- Back-up child care, elder care, and family support resources
- Fertility and family-building support
- Digital fitness and wellness tools
- Voluntary benefits for hospital stays, critical illness, and accidents
- Legal plan and identity-theft protection
- Commuter benefits
- Flexible scheduling and the ability to practice autonomous medicine
- Structured coaching, mentorship, and career development resources
- Employer-supported volunteer opportunities
- Support for licensure and professional memberships
- Professional liability coverage
The Role
- Full-time small-animal general practice position
- Deliver high-quality preventive care, wellness exams, and client education
- Perform routine surgeries, including spay/neuter, and provide dental care
- Diagnose and manage common medical conditions; develop and communicate treatment plans
- Utilize in-house laboratory diagnostics and digital radiology to inform care
- Partner with veterinary technicians and client service teams; contribute to mentorship and training
- Maintain detailed medical records and uphold clinic protocols and regulatory standards
Requirements
- DVM or VMD degree from an accredited institution
- License to practice veterinary medicine in Florida (or eligibility to obtain prior to start)
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- DEA registration (or eligibility to obtain)
- Competence in dentistry, routine surgery, radiography, and in-house diagnostics
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to preventive, client-centered care
- Open to recent graduates and experienced veterinarians
How to Apply
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