Veterinarian
Location
Florissant, Missouri
- Category
- Veterinarian - General Practice
- Job ID
- 30683
- Role Type
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Florissant Animal Hospital
Veterinarian - Leadership & Clinical Growth Opportunity
Florissant Animal Hospital - AAHA Accredited | Established | Team-Focused
Florissant Animal Hospital, a long-established, community-trusted practice just outside St. Louis, is seeking a Veterinarian to join our team. If you’re looking for a place where you can grow clinically, help shape a team, and potentially step into leadership, this is a unique opportunity to do it all in an AAHA-accredited hospital supported by a new, collaborative management team.
We welcome both early-career DVMs seeking mentorship and experienced veterinarians with fresh ideas and energy.
What Makes Us Different: A Team Ready for Fresh Ideas & Leadership
- We are a 2-doctor practice: one senior doctor well-rooted in the community, and one early-career doctor who values collaboration.
- There is real opportunity for growth: the role can evolve into Medical Director for someone with leadership drive.
Team & Culture
- Experienced, tenured technicians and assistants who genuinely enjoy their work
- Cross-trained support staff invested in personal development
- Leadership that actively listens, values your ideas, and encourages collaboration
- A warm, stable, drama‑free environment where people stay for the long term
Caseload & Clinical Opportunity
- Our doctors are booked out by nearly two months, so you’ll have a meaningful caseload from day one
- Very loyal, appreciative clients
- Strong support to develop new services that resonate with you whether that’s shelter medicine, rehabilitation, or a specific clinical niche, etc.
Rich, Varied Medicine
- We treat a diverse range of species, including dogs, cats, birds, exotics, and pocket pets
- We emphasize Behavioral Health, managing fear, stress, and anxiety as part of our Fear‑Free care model
- Preventive medicine is a priority: life-stage wellness, parasite control, annual exams, client education
- We also provide international health certificates, for travel or export
Hospital Features
- 6 exam rooms, including a dedicated comfort/quiet room with its own exit
- Surgical suite with two tables and full monitoring equipment
- Dental suite with two tables and digital dental radiography
- In-house ultrasound
- Upgraded treatment area and well-maintained equipment
- Large fenced-in outdoor space for nervous or reactive pets
- AAHA-accredited and fully Fear-Free in design
- Ongoing partnership with a boarded surgeon and a boarded internist for advanced care
Schedule & Work-Life Balance
- Flexible scheduling options. We’re open to building a plan that works for you!
- 4-day work week, part-time, or customized arrangement
- Every-other Saturday (8–1)
- No on-call or after-hours responsibilities
NVA Support & Career Development
- Access to the PetOne Training Center: hands-on clinical workshops, wet labs, and advanced skills training
- Structured Mentorship Program: onboarding, case reviews, ongoing CE, and a dedicated mentor
- Leadership development: training and coaching to support growth toward roles such as Medical Director
- Ownership potential: NVA’s Joint Venture Partnership program offers a path to co-ownership
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation with a ProSal structure
- Sign-on, retention, and relocation bonuses available
- Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- CE allowance plus paid licenses, fees, and DEA
- Generous PTO
- Pet care discounts
- Clear paths for professional growth and leadership
Life in Florissant & Greater St. Louis
- Suburban charm with easy access to St. Louis amenities and attractions
- Free destinations: St. Louis Zoo, Science Center, Art Museum, Forest Park
- Outdoor lifestyle: hiking, river access, weekend getaways
- Excellent food, music, arts, and sports culture (hello, Cardinals & Blues!)
- Affordable cost of living and tight-knit community feel
Ready to Grow with Us?
If you want a practice that supports your medical passion, encourages leadership, and values your contributions — let’s talk.
If you want a practice that supports your medical passion, encourages leadership, and values your contributions — let’s talk.
Apply today!
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