Veterinarian | Dunnellon Animal Hospital

Position Overview

Dunnellon Animal Hospital, part of a community clinic with a 5‑doctor practice in historic Dumellon, Florida. We offer a family‑oriented, collaborative team that supports local pets and embraces new community changes.

• Comprehensive patient exams and medical work‑ups
• Client communication and education
• Perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Pharmacy duties such as prescribing medications and following controlled substance protocols
• Promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• Work with the Hospital Manager on weekly priorities and expectations
• Evaluate and monitor protocols for daily hospital operations from intake to discharge
• Monitor cases in the hospital and attend daily rounds to uphold high standards
• Participate in practice management updates and training at all levels
• Perform other duties as assigned by Management

• Veterinarian degree (DVM or VMD) from an accredited college or university
• Current State Veterinary License
• DEA registration must be obtained and maintained
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary practice
• Strong diagnostic and clinical skills
• Excellent surgical and dental skills
• Ability to work well in a team‑oriented environment
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Commitment to providing compassionate and high‑quality veterinary care
• Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively with all members of the Medical and Hospital staff
• Client communication skills to elicit information, establish rapport, and offer explanations with pet owners
• Display confidence and reassurance when dealing with pets experiencing severe stress, illness, or pain
• May include some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work
• Position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Clinical Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrate expertise in examining and assessing animals and prescribing appropriate treatment
• Problem‑Solving:
  Develop solutions to challenges in managing a high‑quality veterinary hospital
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Effectively communicate diagnostic and therapeutic options to clients and internal staff
• Professionalism:
  Provide and receive constructive criticism, suggestions, and feedback as part of a professional team
• Business Acumen:
  Understand the management and finances of the veterinary hospital practice
• Ethics:
  Apply ethical principles that guide decisions affecting patients
• Commitment to Continuing
  
  Education:
  
  Utilize available resources and facilitate learning of others

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support—including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle—a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range $140,000 — $160,000 USD

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V