Who we are:

 

Dunham Animal Hospital in Winter Haven, FL is seeking a compassionate Associate Veterinarian to join our close-knit, experienced team.

 

Dunham Animal Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of the Winter Haven community for generations. Many of our clients—and their pets—have grown up with us, and we pride ourselves on delivering consistent, high-quality care in a welcoming environment.

 

Our hospital features:

• 3 exam rooms
• A full surgical and dental/treatment suite
• Paper-lite workflow
• Recent upgrades include:
• New digital X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Companion laser & Phovia therapy
• Endoscope on site
• CO₂ laser

Enjoy excellent work/life balance: With no after hours or on-call requirements, we intentionally structure our schedule to support both patient care and personal well-being.

 

Here at Dunham, you’ll join a stable, highly experienced team, with all staff members having been here 2+ years.

• Doctor-to-support staff ratio: 1:2
• Many technicians are canine/feline CPR certified
• 2 CVA-accredited team members
• Several staff members actively pursuing CVT credentials

We proudly welcome new and recent graduates, and are deeply committed to mentorship and training. New doctors receive:

• Longer appointment times
• One-on-one surgical support
• Consistent 1:2 technician assistance
• Individualized mentorship plans and reasonable accommodations to support learning and confidence building
• Leadership with an open-door policy for questions and learning opportunities

Our Chief of Staff has recently completed Vetcor’s Mentor Certification Program, reinforcing our commitment to developing confident, capable veterinarians.

 

Winter Haven is ideally located between Tampa and Orlando, offering the best of both worlds—small-town warmth with easy access to big-city amenities. Highlights include:

• LEGOLAND® Florida Resort in town, built on the historic Cypress Gardens site
• Local nightlife, weekend markets, art shows, and car shows
• Beaches within 1–2 hours
• A nearby state park with natural springs
• A community that feels cozy yet vibrant and active

 

Benefits 

We take employee well-being seriously and offer: 

• Competitive Compensation Package 

• Medical benefits (including health, dental, vision, and maternity leave) 

• 401(k) with match 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• CE allowance + covered professional dues 

• PTO 

• No on-call shifts 

• And so much more!  

We can’t wait to show you how special our team is! Apply here today!