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Associate Veterinarian - Join Our Caring, Collaborative Team in Sunny Miami Lakes, FL

At Miami Lakes Veterinary Clinic, we believe exceptional veterinary care begins with compassion - for our patients, for their families, and for each other. For more than 30 years, our dedicated team has proudly served the South Florida community, offering full-service, state-of-the-art care with a family feel. Led by Dr. Manny Morales, DVM and Dr. Maria Silva, DVM, we combine advanced medicine with genuine connection to create a workplace where both pets and people thrive.

We're looking for a passionate Associate Veterinarian who shares our values - someone who believes that great veterinary care is rooted in empathy, communication, and teamwork. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a recent graduate eager to learn and grow, you'll find the support, mentorship, and autonomy you need to flourish here.

Who We Are

At Miami Lakes Veterinary Clinic, we treat our patients as we would our own pets - with warmth, respect, and individualized care. From pediatric visits to senior wellness, we provide comprehensive services including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, allergy care, and more. Our modern, comfortable facility is designed to make every visit stress-free, for both pets and their people.

We take pride in staying at the forefront of veterinary technology while never losing sight of what truly matters: the human-animal bond and the relationships we build with our clients and team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Essential Responsibilities
  
  
  • Examine and treat companion animals to detect and determine the nature of disease or injury.
  • Operate diagnostic equipment, collect diagnostic samples, and interpret results.
  • Advise pet owners on preventive care and treatment options.
  • Perform surgery and prescribe medications as needed.
  • Provide compassionate guidance and care during end-of-life decisions.
  • Maintain accurate patient medical records.
  • Ensure compliance with veterinary ethics, laws, and hospital policies.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Requirements / Qualifications
  
  
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from an accredited AVMA institution.
  • Active or eligible Florida veterinary license.
  • Eligibility to obtain DEA/BNDD license.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Professional, courteous, and team-oriented demeanor.
  • Ability to lift patients or equipment up to 25 lbs. independently (and over 25 lbs. with assistance).

Benefits Offered

• Benefits Offered
  
  
  • Competitive compensation - negotiable based on experience.
  • Unlimited Personal Time Away - because balance matters.
  • Bonus incentives rewarding excellence and teamwork.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement plans with 401(k) and Roth(k) match.
  • Continuing Education (CE) and licensure reimbursement.
  • Flexible schedules tailored to your lifestyle.
  • Ongoing career path development and mentorship.
  • Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources.
  • DVM referral bonus program.
  • Relocation assistance available.
  
  Why You'll Love Working Here
  
  When you join Miami Lakes Veterinary Clinic, you're joining a team that genuinely cares - about pets, clients, and each other. You'll find an environment that values open communication, celebrates professional growth, and encourages you to practice the medicine you believe in. Our culture is one of collaboration, laughter, and lifelong learning - all in the heart of vibrant South Florida.
  
  If you're ready to bring your passion, curiosity, and kindness to a practice that treats every patient like family, we'd love to meet you.
  
  Apply today and discover why Miami Lakes Veterinary Clinic isn't just a place to work - it's a place to belong.