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$30K Sign On Bonus | Associate Veterinarian - North Bay Animal Hospital
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:
North Bay Animal Hospital is a full service veterinary hospital providing quality medical, surgical and dental care to our highly valued patients. Our professional and courteous staff is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, and preventative and wellness health care to our patrons.
We have access to digital radiography, state-of-the-art in-house lab equipment, as well as updated dental and anesthesia units. Our very own North Bay Animal App is a great complement to our thriving Facebook page, and a direct texting service allows our clients easy access to our hospital team during business hours.
We strive to offer excellence in veterinary care to Lynn Haven, and the surrounding areas. Originally founded in 1975, we proudly carry on a 50 year legacy!
Position Purpose:
At North Bay Animal Hospital, you can practice great medicine and enjoy an incredible quality of life. After a rewarding day with your patients, you’re just minutes from paddleboarding, fishing, or relaxing on sugar-white beaches—plus no weekends, no on-call, and no emergencies.
For nearly 50 years, we’ve been a trusted part of the Lynn Haven community, and we’re continuing that legacy in our new, state-of-the-art facility designed for modern, efficient care.
Who We Are
Established in 1975 and proud to serve generations of families and pets.
Led by Dr. Robert “Bo” Bergloff, who keeps compassion and team well-being at the forefront.
Supported by a strong team: five skilled technicians, three dedicated CSRs, and a collaborative group of doctors.
Built on a culture of respect, teamwork, and treating each other like family.
If you're an experienced veterinarian seeking a place where excellent medicine meets an unbeatable lifestyle, this is it.
Essential Responsibilities:
Essential Responsibilities
Provide high-quality medical care by examining and treating companion animals to diagnose illness and injury.
Utilize diagnostic equipment, collect samples, and accurately interpret results to guide treatment plans.
Educate and advise pet owners on preventative care and recommended treatments.
Perform surgical procedures and prescribe medications confidently and responsibly.
Offer compassionate support during end-of-life care discussions.
Maintain accurate, organized medical records.
Practice medicine in alignment with veterinary ethics, standards, and hospital protocols.
Tools of the Trade
Digital radiography
Full in-house laboratory
Modern dental and anesthesia units
North Bay Animal App and texting service for streamlined client communication
A varied surgical caseload, including routine procedures plus cystotomies, FHOs, amputations, enucleations, C-sections, and more
Life in Lynn Haven
Just minutes north of Panama City, Lynn Haven blends small-town charm with big outdoor adventure—white-sand beaches, world-class fishing, paddleboarding, and kayaking are all in your backyard. Affordable housing, friendly neighbors, and strong schools make it a community where many vacation…but you’ll get to call it home.
Requirements/Qualifications:
What We’re Looking For
- Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) degree
- Active Florida veterinary license (or the ability to obtain one)
- Eligibility for DEA/BNDD
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- A genuine commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality patient care
Benefits Offered:
Why You’ll Love Working Here.
- Competitive compensation (based on experience; negotiable)
- Up to $30,000 sign-on bonus
- Unlimited Personal Time Away
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and Roth(k) plans with employer match
- Continuing education allowance and licensure reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional growth and career development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
- Relocation assistance
- DVM referral bonus program
✨ If you’re an experienced veterinarian looking for a practice that values your expertise, supports your well-being, and fosters long-term success, we would be glad to connect with you.
Pay Range:
USD $115,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /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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