DVM Opportunity in Jacksonville, FL (No on-call, structured mentorship) 🐾

We are working on behalf of a well-established, full-service small animal hospital in Jacksonville, FL that is looking to welcome an Associate Veterinarian to its team. This is a community-rooted practice offering wellness, dentistry, surgery, and boarding, with a long-standing reputation for compassionate care and genuine client relationships. The culture is family-oriented and openly collaborative, built around a talented, experienced team that values learning and teaching regardless of title or tenure. The hospital is well equipped with modern tools, and the team is actively encouraged to stay current through CE and specialty training. For newer graduates, there is a structured mentorship program alongside dentistry training delivered by a board-certified dental specialist, so you can build confidence across medicine, surgery, and diagnostics at a pace that suits you. For experienced DVMs, this is a chance to bring your skills to a supportive practice where your clinical judgment is trusted and your input genuinely shapes how the hospital runs. The schedule is one of the strongest parts of the role: consistent weekday hours of 8am to 5:30pm, no on-call, and no emergency shifts, which makes this a rare fit for anyone trying to protect their time outside of work. Jacksonville itself adds to the appeal, with 22 miles of beaches, the largest urban park system in the country, a growing food and arts scene, no state income tax, and a cost of living that still makes sense. Veterinarians of all experience levels are welcome to apply. Key Highlights • Consistent weekday schedule of 8am to 5:30pm with no on-call and no emergency hours • Structured mentorship program, ideal for new graduates building confidence • Dentistry training delivered by a board-certified dental specialist • Full-service small animal hospital covering wellness, dentistry, surgery, and boarding • Family-oriented team culture where learning and teaching are shared across all levels • Well-equipped facility with modern tools and active support for CE and specialty training • Quarterly production with no negative accrual • Jacksonville location with 22 miles of beaches, no state income tax, and a reasonable cost of living About You • DVM or equivalent degree that allows you to practice veterinary medicine in the US • You hold, or are eligible for, licensure in Florida • Open to applicants at any stage, from recent graduate to seasoned DVM • Collaborative team player with strong communication skills • Committed to compassionate, client-focused medicine and long-term community relationships • Interested in continued learning and happy to teach others along the way Benefits • Competitive base salary based on experience • Quarterly production with no negative accrual • Generous PTO with rollover, plus paid parental and bonding leave • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a 401(k) and company match • Annual CE allowance with paid time off to attend, plus professional development support • AVMA PLIT coverage, paid licensing fees, and membership dues • Personal pet discounts