About the role
Associate Veterinarian | Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic | Nokomis, FL
Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic is seeking a compassionate and motivated Associate Veterinarian to join our growing small animal practice in Nokomis, Florida, conveniently located between Venice and Sarasota on Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast. This is an excellent opportunity for a veterinarian who values teamwork, high-quality medicine, and work-life balance in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Our five-doctor practice provides comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats, including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and wellness services. Equipped with digital radiology, an in-house laboratory, therapeutic laser, and modern surgical and dental equipment, our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering professional growth and mentorship.
Core Competencies
- Small Animal Medicine
- Preventive Care & Wellness
- General Surgery
- Veterinary Dentistry
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Therapeutic Laser Therapy
- Client Communication & Education
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Patient Care
- Professional Growth & Development
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary
- Quarterly production with no negative accrual
- Generous sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- No emergency or on-call responsibilities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous PTO with rollover
- Annual CE allowance plus paid CE days
- Professional development assistance
- Paid professional dues, licensing, and PLIT
- Structured mentorship program
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Personal pet discounts
- Supportive, experienced team culture
Qualifications
- DVM or equivalent degree
- Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)
- Open to all experience levels, including new graduates
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Passion for delivering exceptional patient and client care
Why Nokomis?
Enjoy Gulf Coast living with easy access to Venice, Sarasota, beautiful beaches, boating, dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. Nokomis offers the perfect blend of coastal charm, relaxed living, and professional opportunity.
Join Laurel Road Veterinary Clinic and build a rewarding veterinary career with a team dedicated to exceptional medicine, collaboration, and compassionate care.
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Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact hr@westernvetpartners.com. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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