Associate Veterinarian — Sports Medicine and Lameness

Job overview

The Associate Veterinarian — Sports Medicine and Lameness role is onsite in Brandon, FL. Compensation is $100,000–$145,000 per year. The veterinarian joins Brandon Equine Medical Center, which provides equine medical and surgical care for sport horses and other equine clients. The veterinarian evaluates and treats lameness and sports-medicine cases, communicates treatment options to clients, and works with the hospital team on patient care. The role contributes to high-quality equine care through diagnostics, treatment planning, procedures, and collaboration with experienced veterinarians and support staff.

What you'll do

• Conduct patient exams and medical work-ups
• communicate with and educate clients
• perform diagnostic procedures and surgery
• maintain medical records
• prescribe medications and follow controlled-substance protocols
• promote teamwork
• coordinate with the Hospital Manager
• monitor hospital protocols and cases
• attend rounds when possible
• participate in practice updates and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate veterinarian

sports medicine

lameness

brandon fl

petvet care centers

equine medicine

ultrasonography

regenerative therapies

emergency on-call rotation

dvm or vmd

veterinary license

$100k–$145k/year

relocation package

2–3 day working interview

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) contribution
• pet discounts
• wellbeing support and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• grant relief fund
• signing, retention, and relocation packages up to $75,000.

Why this role

The role includes an emergency/on-call rotation with specialist backup and requires a 2–3 day onsite working interview; signing, retention, and relocation packages are listed up to $75,000.

About the employer

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