Veterinarian Jobs in Florida

​Find top Veterinarian jobs across clinical practice settings, including General Practice (GP), Urgent Care, Emergency, Specialty, and Referral Hospitals. Explore high-demand roles such as Associate Veterinarian, Emergency Veterinarian, Urgent Care Veterinarian, General Practice Veterinarian, Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist, Veterinary Criticalist, Veterinary Dermatologist, Veterinary Radiologist, Veterinary Cardiologist, Veterinary Oncologist, Chief of Staff Veterinarian, Medical Director, and Relief Veterinarian. Whether you’re seeking small-animal, large-animal, equine, or mixed-animal opportunities, browse full-time, part-time, and relief clinical positions designed to support growth, mentorship, and long-term veterinary career development.

Veterinarian jobs in Florida — DVM, associate, ER and specialty roles

Supreme Search Specialists places veterinarians in practices across Florida — from independent first-opinion clinics to multi-site corporate hospitals, 24/7 emergency centers, and board-certified specialty referral facilities. We've been recruiting for US veterinary practices since 2020 and our consultants know the Florida market in depth.

Whether you're a new graduate looking for your first associate role, an experienced DVM exploring relocation to the Sunshine State, or a board-certified specialist considering a move, our team can help you find a practice that fits your clinical interests, schedule, and salary expectations.

Veterinarian roles we recruit for in Florida

• Associate Veterinarian (DVM) — small animal, mixed, and exotics

• Emergency Veterinarian (ER doctor) — 24/7 hospitals across the state

• Urgent Care Veterinarian

• Medical Director and Chief of Staff Veterinarian

• Board-Certified Specialists — Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Cardiology, Criticalist, Radiologist

• Relief Veterinarian (locum DVM)

• Veterinary Technician (vet tech) and Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Veterinary jobs across Florida

We have active veterinarian openings across Florida, including:

• South Florida:

  Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Hollywood, Doral

• Central Florida:

  Orlando, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Lakeland, Daytona Beach, Deltona, Lutz

• North Florida:

  Jacksonville, Gainesville, Tallahassee

• Gulf Coast:

  Cape Coral, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Naples, Bonita Springs

If you don't see a role in the city you want, register your CV anyway — we receive new Florida positions every week and many never reach the public site.

Florida veterinarian salary ranges

Compensation in Florida varies by city, role type, and experience. Based on the offers we negotiate for our candidates, current ranges are:

• Associate Veterinarian (general practice):

  $115,000–$165,000 base, often plus production bonus (typically 18–22% ProSal)

• Emergency Veterinarian:

  $150,000–$250,000 — higher for overnight shifts

• Board-Certified Specialist:

  $175,000–$300,000 depending on specialty and case volume

• Medical Director:

  $180,000–$240,000 plus equity or director bonuses in some groups

Sign-on bonuses of $20,000–$50,000 and relocation packages are common in Florida right now, particularly for ER and overnight roles.

Why veterinarians choose Florida

• No state income tax — your gross salary goes further than in California or New York

• Year-round outdoor lifestyle, beaches, and lower cost of living than the Northeast

• Strong demand: Florida is one of the fastest-growing states for pet ownership

• Diverse caseload — small animal, exotics (very common in Florida), equine in central Florida

• Many practices offer flexible scheduling, 30-minute appointments, and no on-call rotation

Florida licensing for veterinarians

To practice in Florida you need to be licensed by the Florida Board of Veterinary Medicine. The standard route is:

• Graduate from an AVMA COE-accredited DVM/VMD program (foreign graduates need ECFVG or PAVE certification)

• Pass the NAVLE (North American Veterinary Licensing Examination)

• Pass the Florida laws and rules examination

• Renew biennially with 30 hours of continuing education

If you're licensed in another state and considering a move, we can advise on timing and walk you through the endorsement process.

How we work

For candidates:send your CV through our website or call our team. Your conversation is confidential — we won't put you forward for any role without your sign-off. We'll only present opportunities that match what you've told us about clinical interests, schedule, salary, and location.

For practices and hospitals:tell us about the role, the team, and the kind of person who'll thrive there. We handle sourcing, screening, and shortlisting so you only meet candidates worth your time.