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Part-Time Associate Veterinarian-Highland Square Family Vet
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:
You’d do anything for your family. At Highland Square Family Vet, we feel the same. Each one of our patients receives personal care from a team of experts that will treat your pet like their own. We offer top-of-the-line animal services for pets in a brand new facility! We operate as a walk-in vet clinic where pet owners can enjoy the convenience of a same-day appointment.
Position Purpose:
Associate Veterinarian (Part-Time)
Highland Square Family Vet | Lakeland, Florida
Practice Great Medicine. Enjoy the Flexibility You Deserve.
Looking for a part-time opportunity where you can enjoy practicing high-quality medicine without sacrificing flexibility?
Highland Square Family Vet is a modern, collaborative practice seeking a Part-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our team. Whether you're looking to supplement your current schedule, return to practice, or simply prefer part-time hours, we'll work with you to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle.
Our doctors enjoy practicing progressive medicine with the support of an experienced team and advanced technology, including therapeutic laser, stem cell therapy, dental radiography, acupuncture, surgery, and more. We care primarily for dogs and cats, with occasional exotic patients.
Why You'll Love Highland Square
Flexible part-time scheduling
Collaborative, supportive team culture
Modern, state-of-the-art hospital
Diverse medical and surgical caseload
Clinical autonomy with experienced support
Competitive compensation based on experience and schedule
Located between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland offers beautiful lakes, great restaurants, outdoor recreation, and easy access to Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts.
If you're looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with a team that enjoys practicing great medicine together, we'd love to connect.
Essential Responsibilities:
What You'll Do
- Provide high-quality medical care for companion animals
- Perform physical exams, diagnostics, surgery, and treatment plans
- Interpret diagnostic tests and develop appropriate care plans
- Educate clients on preventive care and treatment options
- Deliver compassionate guidance through all stages of a pet's life, including end-of-life care
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Practice in accordance with veterinary ethics and medical standards
Requirements/Qualifications:
Requirements
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree from an AVMA-accredited program
- Active Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
- DEA licensure (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Collaborative, positive, and professional approach to patient care
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with larger patients or equipment as needed
Benefits Offered:
Part-Time Benefits That Support You
- Competitive Compensation – Rewarding your experience and expertise
- 401(k) & Roth(k) with Employer Match (must work average of 20 hours per week)
- HVP online continuing education access
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Assistance Program & Mental Wellness Resources
- DVM Referral Bonus Program
Pay Range:
USD $60,000.00 - USD $80,000.00 /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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