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Associate Veterinarian | Great Medicine. Good People. Your Kind of Place! | Animal Hospital of University Drive

Animal Hospital of University Drive Sunrise, Florida

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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.

Animal Hospital of University Drive

Job Details

Practice:

Since 1979, The Animal Hospital of University Drive has provided high quality medical services for the dogs and cats of Broward County. As a full-service veterinary office, we offer an array of advanced veterinary care, routine and advanced surgical procedures.

Position Purpose:

Good Medicine. Great Relationships. A Team Worth Joining!

Animal Hospital of University Drive-Sunrise, FL

What makes a great veterinary practice? Sometimes it's as simple as good people, clients who trust you, and the freedom to practice medicine the way you believe it should be practiced.

We've been caring for pets and their families for over 30 years, and we're pretty proud of the relationships we've built along the way!

Now we're looking for an experienced Associate Veterinarian who enjoys great medicine, teamwork, and making a difference in the lives of pets and their people.

Why you'll love it here:

• Your Medicine, Your Way: The freedom to use your experience and clinical judgment to provide thoughtful, individualized care.

• Clients Who Stick Around: Over 30 years of trusted relationships with pets and their families.

• A Team That Cares: High-energy, eager-to-learn support staff, including team members who've been here for over a decade.

• Flexibility That Fits: Flexible scheduling, no on-call, and some Saturday shifts.

• The Tools to Get It Done: Digital radiography, dental radiography, and in-house IDEXX diagnostics.

• A Voice That Matters: Bring your ideas and experience as we continue making improvements and growing together.

Essential Responsibilities:

Here's Where You Come In!

• Providing quality medical care for dogs and cats, from preventive visits to diagnosing and treating illnesses.

• Performing routine surgical procedures and dental care.

• Building lasting relationships with clients and helping them make informed decisions about their pets' care.

• Using your clinical experience to develop treatment plans that consider both the pet's needs and the client's circumstances.

• Collaborating with a supportive team that values communication and teamwork.

• Maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring a positive experience for pets and their people.

Requirements/Qualifications:

What Makes You a Great Fit?

• You're an experienced veterinarian with a DVM degree and an active Florida state veterinary license (or eligibility to obtain one).

• You're confident practicing independently and performing routine surgical procedures.

• You understand that great medicine means balancing the needs of pets with what works for their families.

• You enjoy building relationships with clients and helping them feel heard and informed.

• You're a team player who brings a positive attitude, fresh ideas, and a passion for veterinary medicine

Benefits Offered:

The Good Stuff (Because You Deserve It!)

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Sign-on bonus available

• Flexible scheduling and personal time off

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• $2,000 continuing education allowance plus paid CE days

• Professional dues and licensure reimbursement

• Production-based earning opportunities

• Relocation assistance available

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Not actively looking? That's okay! Sometimes the right opportunity starts with a simple conversation. Reach out and let's see if this could be your next great move!

Pay Range:

USD $125,000.00 - USD $155,000.00 /Yr.

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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