Managing Veterinarian

Walton County Animal Clinic is excited for a new Managing Veterinarian to come lead our incredible team! As our legacy for serving the Walton County community continues to grow, so does our practice - and it's growing fast! We are a full-service, two-doctor hospital that has been treating pets in our community for almost 40 years. We offer the highest quality wellness, diagnostic, and surgical services to our canine and feline companions.

We know our industry is stressful, so our team excels at making every day fun. Our doctors are supported by a young, energetic team of veterinary technicians who we utilize for anything and everything. They truly do it all! Two of our techs are also in school to receive their certifications.

Our ideal candidate is a creative, driven, and confident. We're looking for someone who is future-minded, and wants to grow in a leadership role with an interest and proficiency for surgery and dentistry.

The Managing DVM is responsible for providing medical and non-medical leadership for the practice, managing associate veterinarians and assuring regulatory compliance relating to the practice of veterinary medicine. The Managing DVM is also responsible for creating an environment of teamwork in which quality medicine is delivered.

Advancing Medical Care

1. Oversees surgical and medical cases for all doctors, insuring positive outcomes, accurate estimates, and client communication and education.


2. Maintains and improves quality of medical and surgical procedures.


3. Answers client questions and concerns regarding medical and surgical procedures.


4. Oversight and direction of medical standards and quality of care.


5. Establishment of medical protocols.


6. Recommendation of practice inventory.


7. Assure current licensure of all DVMs.


8. Documents the required hours of continuing education credits per calendar year and CE completion.


9. Oversees transfer of medical cases from doctor to doctor.

Leading the Team

1. Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for DVMs, and when appropriate general staff members.


2. Monitors DVM performance and production.


3. Prepares DVM work schedules with the practice manager


4. Develops and monitors practice-specific client compliance protocols and procedures with the DVM team.


5. Participates in team member appraisal and counseling sessions.


6. Trains all medical staff, including the mentoring of new graduate DVMs


7. Supports the Practice Manager in the development and delivery of staff training programs.


8. Partners with the Practice Manager to make hiring and termination recommendations


9. Creates a positive work environment and works with the Practice Manager to resolve staff problems, concerns, and conflicts.


10. In partnership with the Practice Manager, develops a workplace conductive to high employee morale, ensuring positive working relationships between clients, doctors and staff.


11. Minimizes waste and controls costs relating to medical supplies, surgical instruments, and drug inventories.

Financial Responsibilities

1. Responsible for the financial performance of the practice including revenue and practice profit growth, which includes managing all practice expenses.


2. With the practice team and supported by the HVP Leadership, prepares an annual planning matrix, operating budget and capital budget.


3. Takes ownership for the revenue and success of the practice by monitoring key financial reports.

Growing the Practice

1. Partners with the Practice Manager to drive patient visits and community involvement.


2. Capable of championing change and driving innovative programs in the practice.


3. In partnership with the Practice Manager, monitors client service, marketing, and practice growth initiatives.

You will be surrounded by a compassionate and cohesive team and always have access to state-of-the-art equipment like:

• Digital X-ray and Dental X-ray


• Therapeutic Laser


• Full Idexx Lab (CBC, 2 Chem Analyzers, UA, and Sediment)


• Suction


• Incoming Electrosurgery Unit

With the area's influx of new housing, businesses, and people, we have no doubt that our practice will continue to grow and thrive, so this is the perfect time to join our team! We look forward to meeting you!

About the area: DeFuniak Springs is in the heart of Northwest Florida. The town is made up of beautiful Victorian era architecture that surrounds a 40-acre, spring-fed lake. WE are a fast growing community with housing and new businesses coming in. During Christmas time, these homes and buildings are decorated with millions of lights that people from all over come to see. It is home to a historic downtown business district with restaurants, shops, and more. Resident can be seen boating, kayaking, and enjoying the beautiful surrounding nature areas / beaches year-round.

Our mission is to improve the lives of veterinarians by providing you with comprehensive benefits:

• Generous compensation package


• Relocation assistance


• No after-hours or on-call duties


• Flexible schedule


• Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus


• Leadership opportunities


• 15 days PTO


• Optional medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k)/Roth with match


• Paid short term disability


• CE Allowances


• Licensure reimbursement


• Liability coverage