Jobs in Lakeland, FL
The Vet Service – Lakeland Metro photo
The Vet Service – Lakeland Metro

JB-30617 I Associate Veterinarian – Lakeland, Florida

228 S Massachusetts Ave, Lakeland, FL, 33801 thevetservice.com/jobcountry/united-states/county-florida
Job detailsPay Negotiable (+)
Annual Salary$120,000‑170,000
Hours/Week40+
Start Date ASAP

Shifts: mixedAppointments/day: 20‑50 Co-workers: 10‑20

Overview

Benefits
Dental
Discounted Pet Care
Pet Insurance
Hiring Bonus
Vision
Health
401k
Practice Overview

We Build Veterinary Careers Globally. The Vet Service is an international veterinarian recruitment platform with thousands of users within the veterinary industry across the USA & Worldwide. Founded in 2016 by veterinarian Dr. Ed Taylor BVMS MRCVS, the Vet service has grown globally servicing users across the world. Offering permanent and temporary contracts globally across the USA and also Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the UK & Ireland, with a range of roles from junior associate roles to Medical Director or Specialist Level. We are trusted by thousands of veterinary businesses both at independent and corporate level. We feel truly humbled to be connected with so many fantastic people throughout the world both as clients and as veterinary professionals. Contact: info@thevetservice.com

About the Area

Lakeland sits between Tampa and Orlando and serves as an important Central Florida veterinary employment corridor. The city’s rapid population growth and expanding residential communities support increasing demand for Associate Veterinarians and multi-doctor hospital teams. With its central location and strong pet ownership rates, Lakeland offers consistent veterinary hiring opportunities across companion animal practices.

Practice Values
boldness
personability
quality
integrity
accountability
Practice Type
emergency
diagnostic imaging
general practice
surgery
dentistry
Species
exotics
large animal
dog
cat
Management SoftwareOther

Requirements

Preferred Skills
general practice
hospitalized patient management
communication
teamwork
exam room management
Preferred Credentials
DVM/VMD
Job Description

We are seeking a Small Animal Associate Veterinarian to join a well-established, full-service veterinary hospital in Lakeland. This opportunity offers a full-time role within a supportive and collaborative team environment, focused on delivering high-quality patient care and professional growth. The hospital provides comprehensive medical services, including advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and specialized therapies such as nutrition and acupuncture. With access to strong internal support and a well-equipped facility, veterinarians are able to manage a diverse caseload while maintaining high clinical standards. In this role, the veterinarian will perform comprehensive patient exams, develop treatment plans, and carry out medical and surgical procedures. Strong communication with clients and collaboration with the veterinary team are essential to delivering excellent patient outcomes and maintaining long-term relationships. This position is ideal for a veterinarian seeking a growth-oriented environment with access to mentorship, advanced resources, and a balanced lifestyle in a centrally located Florida community.