Description
Associate Veterinarian – New Graduate Mentorship Opportunity
Animal and Bird Hospital of Clearwater | Clearwater, Florida
Ready to start your veterinary career in sunny Florida with a team that truly supports you?
Animal and Bird Hospital of Clearwater has proudly served the Clearwater community for over 38 years. As a privately owned hospital, we have built a reputation for compassionate care, strong client relationships, and a close-knit, family-like culture that makes coming to work something you look forward to.
Exceptional Mentorship for New Graduates
We understand how important the right first job is. That’s why we offer structured, hands-on mentorship from three experienced veterinarians with over 75 years of combined clinical experience.
You’ll receive:
Daily case collaboration
One-on-one guidance in medicine and surgery
Gradual case load growth at your comfort level
Support in developing your own clinical style and confidence
Questions are encouraged here — learning is part of our culture.
Progressive Medicine & Advanced Procedures
We practice high-quality, progressive medicine and offer:
Advanced diagnostics (digital radiography, in-house lab, ultrasound)
Comprehensive medical workups
Soft tissue and advanced surgical procedures
Preventative and wellness care
You’ll gain exposure to diverse cases while building strong medical and surgical skills in a supportive environment.
Our Culture
Privately owned — no corporate quotas
Family-like team atmosphere
Loyal, long-term clientele
Emphasis on collaboration and work-life balance
Beautiful Clearwater location just minutes from award-winning Gulf beaches
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
We offer:
Competitive salary
Health insurance allowance
CE allowance
Paid time off
Licensing and professional dues coverage
Support for professional growth
If you are a compassionate, motivated new graduate looking for mentorship, teamwork, and the opportunity to grow in a positive environment, we would love to meet you.
Join us at Animal and Bird Hospital of Clearwater and build your future in a place that feels like home.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited DVM program and passed boards already. We primarily see dogs and cats, but would love a candidate that has an interest in learning exotics medicine. Candidate should have a strong ability to multi-task. Monthly weekend rotation required (Saturday 1/2 day and on call remainder of weekend).
