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Managing Veterinarian
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.
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.
Job Details
A passion for the health of companion animals fueled the Vision of Animal Hospital of Beulah. We opened our doors in 2018 and been fortunate enough to face steady growth ever since.
Our practice created a sanctuary of compassionate-minded professionals with state-of-the-art equipment to give pets the very best in diagnostic and critical care support.
More about the Role:Managing Veterinarian (Medical Director) | Animal Hospital of Beulah | Pensacola, FL
Lead with heart. Practice with purpose. Live by the beach.
Are you a passionate veterinarian with strong leadership skills and a desire to guide an incredible team? Ready to combine your love for clinical medicine with your natural ability to inspire others? Animal Hospital of Beulah in sunny Pensacola, Florida, is looking for a Managing DVM to help shape the future of our growing practice.
We’re a full-service, small-animal hospital that’s been thriving since 2018—and now we’re ready for a visionary veterinary leader to partner with us in delivering high-quality, compassionate care while guiding a talented team of professionals.
About the Opportunity:
As our Managing DVM, you’ll play a vital role in both the clinical and operational success of the practice. This is the perfect opportunity for a veterinarian who enjoys practicing high-quality medicine and leading by example.
You’ll be responsible for:
Providing medical and non-medical leadership within the hospital
Managing and mentoring associate veterinarians
Ensuring compliance with all veterinary medical policies and regulations
Cultivating a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
Driving medical excellence and advancing standards of care
Collaborating with hospital leadership on operational decisions
Monitoring financial performance and helping set strategic goals for continued growth
This position offers a unique blend of hands-on clinical practice and leadership influence—ideal for someone who’s excited to take ownership in both patient outcomes and team development.
Why You'll Love Working With Us:
At Animal Hospital of Beulah, we’ve built a warm, supportive, and dynamic team that includes designated surgical, appointment, and floating technicians—ensuring our DVMs always have what they need to succeed. You'll enjoy a modern facility, loyal clientele, and a practice culture that values collaboration and kindness.
We emphasize work-life balance, offer flexible scheduling, and have no on-call or after-hours requirements. We know you can’t pour from an empty cup, so we make sure you have the time and support you need—inside and outside the clinic.
About Pensacola, FL:
Imagine white-sand beaches, turquoise water, and the laid-back lifestyle of a beach town—plus the charm and culture of a tight-knit community. From waterfront festivals and markets to world-class fishing and boating, Pensacola has something for everyone. Bonus: the cost of living here is far lower than most coastal cities. It’s an ideal place to plant roots and build a career.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop the veterinary team
Ensure exceptional patient care and client service standards
Oversee compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
Develop and implement medical protocols and SOPs
Partner with hospital leadership on budgeting, staffing, and goal setting
Foster an environment of trust, communication, and positivity
Perform exams, surgery, and diagnostics as a practicing DVM
Perform comprehensive exams and diagnostics for companion animals
Utilize and interpret a range of diagnostic tools and imaging equipment
Prescribe medications and recommend appropriate treatments
Perform routine and advanced surgical procedures (if desired)
Provide guidance on preventive care, wellness, and nutrition
Maintain detailed medical records and ensure compliance with veterinary ethics
What You’ll Bring:
DVM or VMD degree from an accredited AVMA program
Active veterinary license in the state of Florida (or eligibility)
Minimum of 3 years of clinical experience (leadership experience preferred)
Strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills
Passion for progressive medicine and practice development
Business acumen and interest in practice growth and financial performance
What We Offer:
Competitive base salary + leadership bonus incentives
Unlimited personal time away
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) and Roth(k) with employer match
CE allowance + licensure reimbursements
Relocation assistance available
Flexible schedule with no on-call shifts
Mental health resources + Employee Assistance Program
Career path mentorship and leadership development opportunities
If you're looking for a chance to shape the future of a growing practice and create a truly positive impact—for pets, clients, and veterinary professionals alike—we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and let’s build something great together.

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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