Description

New Grad Emergency Veterinarian

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Niceville, Florida

Reporting To: Dr. Nick Thompson

Compensation: $140,000 - $200,000 / year

Description

Emergency Veterinarian (ER DVM) - New Graduate Mentorship Opportunity | Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville | Niceville, FL

Are you a recent or soon-to-be graduate ready to launch your career in emergency veterinary medicine? The Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is excited to welcome a new graduate Emergency Veterinarian (ER DVM) to our team.

This position is specifically designed for veterinarians who are eager to gain hands-on ER experience with the support of tailored mentorship and training. No prior emergency medicine experience is required—just a passion for learning, collaboration, and providing exceptional patient care.

Since 1995, we've proudly served the Niceville, Florida community and the Emerald Coast with 24/7 emergency and critical care. Join our well-established hospital and grow your skills alongside a highly experienced, supportive team.

• Full-Time Schedule: 12 shifts per month (nights and weekends included; scheduling flexibility available)
• Part-Time Consideration Available
• Predictable shifts with the option to pick up additional shifts if desired

What We Offer

• Structured Mentorship: Direct training and guidance from seasoned ER veterinarians in a collaborative, teaching-focused culture
• Competitive Pay: $1,000 per shift during training; post-training, $1,000 per shift OR 25% production (whichever is greater)
• No Negative Accrual - you always keep what you earn
• Sign-On Bonus: $17,000+
• Relocation Assistance: $8,000+
• Student Loan Repayment Program: Up to $20,000 annually for 4 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement plan (401k with 2% company match)
• CE Support: $2,500 allowance + 3 CE PTO days annually for full-time DVMs
• Professional Coverage: DEA, Florida license fees, AVMA membership, and liability insurance fully covered
• Advanced Training Access: Specialized CE opportunities, including Global FAST Scan Ultrasound and 3-Day Routine Surgical Training
• Diverse Caseload: Work with unique and complex emergency cases that will accelerate your learning
• Skilled Support Staff: Experienced veterinary technicians and team members so you can focus on medicine

Ideal Candidate

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM/VMD) or equivalent
• Eligible for or actively pursuing a Florida veterinary license (we cover transfer fees)
• Motivated to learn and grow in emergency and critical care veterinary medicine
• Strong communicator and team player with a compassionate approach

Why Join EVC Niceville?

Located just across the bridge from Destin and the Emerald Coast, Niceville offers a laid-back lifestyle with easy access to world-class beaches, turquoise waters, and outdoor activities like boating, fishing, paddleboarding, and hiking. With short commutes and no big-city stress, your off-shift time truly feels like time off.

For nearly 30 years, we've been the trusted 24/7 emergency and critical care provider for families and referring veterinarians from Pensacola to Panama City. Our mission is simple: deliver peace of mind and exceptional care when pets need it most—day, night, weekends, and holidays.

If you're a new graduate veterinarian or early-career DVM eager to build your future in emergency veterinary medicine, this is the perfect opportunity. Join a supportive team where mentorship, growth, and work-life balance are prioritized.

Apply today and start your ER veterinary career with us in beautiful Niceville, FL!