Description

Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine *Relocation bonus available*

Belcher Animal Hospital Clearwater, Florida, United States (On-site)

Belcher Animal Hospital has been serving the greater Clearwater area for generations, providing high-quality veterinary care. Our services include vaccines, routine check-ups, digital radiology (both full body and dental), in-house diagnostics, dentistry, exotic pet care, and more. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative care model where pet owners are actively involved in creating treatment plans tailored to their pet’s lifestyle and needs. Our mission is to offer compassionate, comprehensive care that respects both our patients and their families.

We are hiring a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) to join our growing team as we expand with a second location opening inside PetSmart in August. This role offers flexibility across locations, strong mentorship, and the opportunity to practice medicine with excellent tools, support staff, and autonomy.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high‑quality medical care for small animal patients in a general practice setting
• Conduct exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, and preventive care (vaccines, routine checkups)
• Perform routine surgeries and participate in a surgery schedule aligned to your skill level, with opportunity to grow
• Collaborate closely with experienced technicians and support staff to deliver excellent patient and client experiences
• Build strong, trust‑based relationships with clients through clear communication and education
• Support urgent care (non-emergency) cases during normal hours as needed
• Doctor-to-tech ratio: 1:3

Who We’re Looking For

Required

• DVM/VMD from an accredited veterinary program
• 2–3 years of clinical experience
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools such as digital radiology (full body & dental) and in-house laboratory equipment
• Willingness to perform at least basic routine surgery (and interest in continuing to grow surgical skills)
• Strong communication skills and collaborative mindset
• New graduates are encouraged to apply

Preferred

• Expanded soft tissue surgery, advanced dentistry interests, or broader case experience
• Experience with exotic pets (bonus, not required)
• Interest in expanding surgical skills and learning integrative or holistic approaches
• Active FL license

Compensation: $120k-$160k with Bonus Eligibility

Benefits Package: Paid time off/Holiday pay, paid licenses/subscriptions, a $2,500 CE allowance, and a $500/month individual health reimbursement arrangement (ICRA) for full-time salaried employees, 401K with a 3% company contribution (regardless of employee contribution) after one year

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.