Small Animal Internist

Job overview

The Small Animal Internist role is an onsite, full-time position in Tampa, FL. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Southwest Florida Veterinary Specialists, a multi-specialty and emergency veterinary center providing care to companion animals. The internist provides veterinary medical care through patient examinations and work-ups, client education, accurate records, and case monitoring. The role also contributes to hospital operations by coordinating with the care team and supporting protocols, rounds, and staff efficiency.

What you'll do

• Conduct comprehensive patient exams and medical work-ups
• communicate with and educate clients
• maintain accurate medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork and staff efficiency
• coordinate weekly priorities with the Hospital Manager
• evaluate hospital protocols
• monitor cases and attend daily rounds when possible
• participate in practice-management updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

small animal internist

veterinary medicine

companion animal care

internist

onsite

tampa fl

petvet care centers

client communication

medical work-ups

patient exams

hospital team

day schedule

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• Calm app and 24/7 EAP
• continuing education stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle relief fund.

Why this role

Opportunity to influence equipment selection and help build a growing department; facility access includes fluoroscopy, ultrasound, endoscopy, digital radiology, an in-house laboratory, CT scanner, I-131 treatment ward, and telemetry.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.