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Associate Veterinarian | Bay Animal Hospital | Panama City, FL
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:
Serving the Panama City area for over 30 years, the Bay Animal Hospital staff works together as a team to provide our clients and patients the highest standard of veterinary care. Our practice has been voted "Best of the Bay" for 7 consecutive years!
Position Purpose:
Experienced Associate Veterinarian (DVM)
Bay Animal Hospital | Panama City, Florida
Voted Best of Bay 7 Years Running
At Bay Animal Hospital, we've spent more than 30 years building something special—a practice known for exceptional medicine, loyal clients, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
We're looking for an experienced Associate Veterinarian who values collaboration, enjoys practicing high-quality medicine, and wants the support and autonomy to do their best work every day.
Here, you'll find an established client base, experienced technicians, modern equipment, and fellow doctors who enjoy sharing ideas and supporting one another. We believe great medicine starts with great people, which is why we've created a culture where teamwork, respect, and work-life balance are just as important as clinical excellence.
And when the day is over, you're only minutes from the white-sand beaches of the Gulf Coast. Whether you enjoy boating, fishing, waterfront restaurants, or simply watching the sunset after work, Panama City offers the lifestyle that makes it easy to recharge and enjoy life outside the hospital.
If you're looking for a practice where you can continue growing professionally while loving where you work, we'd love to meet you.
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:
Perks & Benefits That Support You
- Competitive Compensation – Rewarding your experience and expertise
- Flexible Personal Time Away – Because work-life balance matters
- Bonus Opportunities – Including a generous sign-on package
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) & Roth(k) with Employer Match
- Continuing Education & Licensure Reimbursement
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employee Assistance Program & Mental Wellness Resources
- DVM Referral Bonus Program
- Professional Growth & Career Development
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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