Description

Verandah Pet Hospital is seeking a compassionate, curious, and team-oriented Associate Veterinarian to join our small but mighty general practice in East Fort Myers, Florida. There is a potential pathway to leadership.

Why Verandah Pet Hospital?

We’re the practice clients turn to when “no one else could figure it out.” Our team takes a diagnostic, preventative, and relationship-driven approach to medicine. We believe in slowing down, looking deeper, and practicing thoughtful, high-quality care rooted in trust and transparency.

Our culture is built on compassion, inclusion, diversity, acceptance, and teamwork. We work hard, laugh often, and truly enjoy coming to work together. Whether it’s dancing in the clinic, community outings, or team events like Rave Bingo Night and holiday celebrations, our team shows up for each other every day.

About the Hospital

• Small animal GP (100% small animal; exotics optional if you’re interested)
• Four exam rooms + overflow/PTS room
• Large, fully equipped surgery suite
• Recently refreshed lobby and exam rooms
• Paper-lite practice
• Average of ~13 patients/day (fewer on surgery days)
• 30-minute appointments, with flexibility for longer visits when needed

Equipment & Medical Capabilities

• You’ll have access to tools that support excellent medicine, including:
• Digital radiography
• Ultrasound
• Therapeutic laser
• M3 Dental Machine
• Catalyst, ProCyte, Sedivue, Abaxis (including exotics capability)
• AAHA-level monitoring protocols including capnography
• In-house orthopedics and advanced soft tissue surgery
• Access to a traveling boarded surgeon and boarded internal medicine specialist

Team & Support

• Doctor-to-support staff ratio: 1 DVM : 1 technician : 1 assistant
• One credentialed technician on staff
• Strong emphasis on professional growth with CE allowance, conferences, and Vetcor University
• A supportive, open team that values collaboration and continuous learning

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

• Work-life balance isn’t a buzzword here—it’s how we operate.
• 4-day workweek
• Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm
• No nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call
• Flexible scheduling with surgery and appointment days built around doctor preference
• New Graduates & Experienced DVMs Welcome
• We are open to the right new graduate and offer mentorship from a long-term DVM who enjoys teaching and will remain on staff part-time (2–3 days/week). We’re also happy to consider part-time veterinarians. Schedules and caseloads are customized to support confidence, growth, and longevity.

Location Highlights
Located in East Fort Myers, near Buckingham and Alva, our practice offers a unique blend of rural charm with quick access to city amenities. Enjoy nearby beaches, nature preserves, festivals, parades, and vibrant community events. Babcock Ranch is just minutes away, offering an innovative, eco-friendly lifestyle with endless activities.