Practice Overview

Serving the Panama City area for over 30 years, the Bay Animal Hospital staff works together as a team to provide our clients and patients the highest standard of veterinary care. Our practice has been voted "Best of the Bay" for 7 consecutive years!

More about the Role

Less Ordinary. More Opportunity. A Beach Nearby! ☀️🐾

Bay Animal Hospital | Panama City, FL

What if your next veterinary opportunity came with interesting cases, a team that feels like family, and beautiful Gulf Coast beaches just a short drive away?

We're a close-knit, three-doctor practice where relationships matter, ideas are welcomed, and great medicine comes with genuine teamwork. Our community has voted us Best of Bay eight years in a row, and we're pretty proud of that!

We're growing, making improvements to our hospital, and looking for an Associate Veterinarian who wants to be part of what's next.

Why You'll Love It Here!

• A team that has your back: Approximately 3 support staff per doctor, including credentialed technicians.

• Real mentorship: Experienced veterinarians who enjoy teaching and sharing their knowledge.

• Interesting cases: Internal medicine, ultrasound, and complex soft tissue surgeries.

• Tools to do your best work: Digital radiography, in-house IDEXX lab, ultrasound, and therapy laser.

• A little breathing room: Flexible scheduling, no on-call, and rotating Saturdays.

• Gulf Coast living: Beautiful beaches, boating, fishing, and sunshine after scrubs!

Essential Responsibilities

What You'll Be Doing (Besides Making Tails Wag!)

• Caring for dogs and cats while building lasting relationships with their people.

• Putting your medical skills to work through exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgery.

• Tackling interesting cases, from everyday wellness visits to more complex medical challenges.

• Collaborating with fellow veterinarians and technicians who enjoy sharing ideas and learning from each other.

• Exploring your clinical interests while continuing to grow your skills.

• Keeping medical records accurate and helping clients feel informed and confident in their pets' care.

Requirements/Qualifications

Sound Like You?

• You're a DVM with an active Florida veterinary license or eligibility to obtain one.

• You believe great veterinary medicine starts with compassion, curiosity, and a little teamwork.

• You enjoy building relationships with clients and helping them understand the "why" behind your recommendations.

• You're comfortable sharing ideas, asking questions, and learning from others.

• Whether you're an experienced veterinarian or a motivated new graduate looking for mentorship, we'd love to meet you!

Benefits Offered

The Perks (Because You Deserve Them!)

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Sign-on bonus opportunities

• Flexible scheduling and personal time off

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• $2,000 continuing education allowance plus paid CE days

• Professional dues and licensure reimbursement

• Student loan reimbursement opportunities

• Relocation assistance available

• Professional growth and development opportunities

Not actively looking? No problem! Sometimes the best opportunities start with a simple conversation. Come meet our team and see if Bay Animal Hospital might be your next great move! 🐾