Colony Plaza Animal Hospital, a CareVet partner, has a tremendous opportunity to join our thriving practice in The Villages, FL! This position offers a generous six-figure salary plus production, unmatched work/life balance, clinical support and more! Don't miss this opportunity to grow your career with a team that truly values you! 

• Our location makes children of employees eligible to attend The Villages Charter School, one of the top-rated school systems in the state.

• Conveniently located on a golf course, giving our local community golf cart accessibility right to the hospital.

• Work-life balance in a welcoming, close-knit community.

• Opportunity to practice high-quality medicine with excellent support staff and modern technology.

Currently, we are also a teaching hospital. We proudly mentor seniors from The Villages Charter School Job Shadowing Program. Each year, we host two students in the morning and two in the afternoon, rotating every four weeks. This program gives students the opportunity to experience the veterinary field firsthand and decide if it’s a career path they’d like to pursue. It has also strengthened our community ties—many students and their families continue to bring their pets to us for care after completing the program, having seen our team’s dedication and love for what we do.

Equipment & Services:

• Digital Radiology

• Ultrasound

• In-house blood analyzers

• Electronic Medical Records

• K Laser Therapy

Position Highlights:

We’re seeking a veterinarian who enjoys building long-term client relationships and delivering exceptional care. Saturday availability is preferred. Flexible scheduling and strong mentorship available for the right candidate.

About the Area:
The Villages offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, with easy access to Orlando, Tampa, and Florida’s Gulf and Atlantic coasts. This vibrant community provides an exceptional quality of life, both professionally and personally. If you’re looking to join a supportive, well-established hospital team in a growing and unique community, Colony Plaza Animal Hospital would love to hear from you!

CareVet Offers You: 

• Six figure starting salary plus production with no negative accrual
• Lucrative Equity Bonus Package or option for cash Signing Bonus 
• Student loan support, relocation stipend and no upfront non-compete.
• Custom compensation packages, tailored to the needs of the Veterinarian 
• Robust benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with match, company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Parental support including paid parental leave and adoption assistance 
• Veterinarian-focused culture, schedule flexibility promoting work/life balance and paid time off with free access to Carebnb, CareVet’s vacation properties 
• Mentorship-driven experience with strong focus on skill development and CE opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program with a focus on compassion fatigue and stress support, including access to CareVet’s on-staff licensed social worker 
• For our full list of Veterinarian benefits, check out CareVet’s Ultimate CarePackage!  

• Examine animals to assess their health and diagnose problems
• Treat and dress wounds
• Perform surgery on animals
• Test for and vaccinate against diseases
• Operate medical equipment, such as x-ray machines
• Advise animal owners about general care, medical conditions, and treatments
• Prescribe medication
• Work closely in collaboration with team members to provide high quality care

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent degree required
• Licensure in the state/s candidate will be working
• Ability to show compassion to both pets and their owners
• Outstanding dexterity in handling animals while performing precise tasks
• Ability to react quickly and make decisions under pressure about the wellbeing of an animal
• Strong fondness and understanding of animals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of animal behavior
• Ability to use medical technologies during diagnosis, research and surgery of animals

How to Apply 

To learn more about this position, please contact Olivia Dimicelli at 636-856-3100 (call or text), or by email at [email protected]. Apply directly by clicking the link below. 

About the Network 

CareVet is a network of veterinary hospitals that focuses on managing best-in-class hospitals with a mission to provide the very best care for our pets and our Team Members. Our approach to veterinary medicine focuses on practice legacy, team, Veterinarians, patients and community.  

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