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Associate Veterinarian at Walton County Animal Clinic (Up to $75k Sign on Bonus)
Overview
As a veterinarian at Heartland Veterinary Partners, you will provide quality care to patients and empathetic service to clients. You will partner with other veterinarians, technicians, and client service representatives to operate as an efficient and productive team.
Success in this role takes a collaborative mindset while operating as an independent branch of Heartland. This is an opportunity to expand your skillset while using your excellent communication and interpersonal skills and passion for patient care to build a productive and rewarding career.
When you join us, you will make a real difference in the lives of our patients and clients. You will also become a valued member of our team and contribute to the success of our practice.
Job Details
Practice:
Walton County Animal Clinic is a full-service, multi-doctor hospital that has been treating pets in our community for almost 40 years. We offer the highest quality wellness, diagnostic, and surgical services to our canine and feline companions.
Our team excels at making every day fun. Our doctors are supported by a young, energetic team of veterinary technicians who we utilize for anything and everything.
Position Purpose:
Clinical Autonomy with the Coast Within Reach
Up to $75,000 sign-on bonus!!
Walton County Animal Clinic has been part of the DeFuniak Springs community for nearly 40 years. We’re a small animal practice known for strong client relationships, practical medicine, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together. Here, you’re trusted to practice medicine the way you were trained—while living close enough to Florida’s Emerald Coast to enjoy beach days on your time off.
We’re looking for an Associate DVM who values collaboration, appreciates independence in medical decision-making, and wants to be part of a practice that still feels personal.
Why You’ll Like It Here
You have real clinical autonomy and are trusted to practice your way
The schedule is designed to be sustainable, not exhausting
Clients value relationships and thoughtful medicine
You’re supported by a capable, team-first staff
The coast is close enough to enjoy on your days off
VET with Sound clinical judgment
Clear communication with clients and staff
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Organized, dependable, and professional
Patient-focused approach to care
Essential Responsibilities:
Provide medical care to small animal patients
Perform routine examinations, diagnostics, and treatments
Conduct routine soft tissue surgery and dentistry
Develop and explain treatment plans to clients
Maintain accurate medical records
Collaborate with technicians and support staff
Requirements/Qualifications:
- DVM or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary school
- Active Florida veterinary license or ability to obtain
- Experience preferred
- Comfortable with routine surgery and dentistry
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits Offered:
- Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
- Up to $75,000 sign-on bonus
- Unlimited Personal time away
- Bonus incentive programs
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) + Roth(k) with employer match
- CE allowance + license reimbursement
- Flexible schedules & career growth support
- Mental health & wellness resources
- Employee Assistance Program
- DVM referral bonuses
- Relocation assistance available
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $130,000.00 /Yr.Success Profile
We’re looking for passionate vets with the following traits:
- Adaptable
- Compassionate
- Communicator
- Critical Thinker
- Collaborative
- Empathetic
Culture
At Heartland Veterinary Partners, we believe that prioritizing care for veterinarians enables them to prioritize care for their patients. We offer several benefits and support programs to help veterinarians succeed, including:
Mentorship
We provide access to experienced mentors who can help our partners hone their craft and develop their skills, regardless of where they are in their career journey.
Choose Your Setting
We have practices in many states across the country with diverse settings and focuses, so our veterinarians can choose the environment that is best for them.
Work-Life Balance
We understand that our veterinarians have lives outside of the practice, and we are committed to helping them achieve balance.
Authentic Autonomy
Each practice is led locally, and we empower our teams to make all the clinical and inventory decisions to best meet the needs of the community they serve.
Support When it Matters Most
We support our veterinarians at every stage of their careers, from new graduates to experienced practitioners.
Career Path
New Graduate
This is your first veterinary role after school. You’re getting your feet wet and putting that education to work gaining the experience you need to become the vet you know you can be.
Clinically Confident
You’ve been here a while and have your feet under you. You still have plenty of learning and growing to do, but you’re well on your way.
Learning to Lead
Thanks to your experience and dedication, you’ve earned the trust and respect of your community and established yourself as an example for other vets to follow.
“I love working at a Heartland-owned practice. They let us be ourselves with the support of a corporation. My relationship with our regional director is genuine and supportive. It’s obvious anytime company leadership addresses the practices that they genuinely care about our wellbeing and make decisions with our best interests in mind. We are extremely lucky to work for a company this down to earth.”
- Dr. Alexandra Carter, Managing DVM
Rewards
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Generous Vacation Time
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Comprehensive Health and Wellness Benefits
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Flexible Scheduling
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401(k) and Roth(k) with match
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Continuing Education and Training Opportunities
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Relocation Assistance
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