Serving the Panama City area for over 30 years, the Bay Animal Hospital staff works together as a team to provide our clients and patients the highest standard of veterinary care. Our practice has been voted "Best of the Bay" for 7 consecutive years!

Experienced Associate DVM

Bay Animal Hospital — Panama City

Voted Best of Bay 7 Years Running — and still growing.

Bay Animal Hospital isn’t just a workplace — it’s a veterinary home. For more than 30 years, we’ve cared for Panama City’s pets with skill, heart, and consistency, earning the trust of an established and loyal client base (and seven straight Best of Bay wins to prove it).

We’re a close-knit small animal general practice that truly supports one another. If you're an experienced Veterinarian ready for a collaborative, positive environment, you’ll find your place here.

And yes — the location is hard to beat. We’re steps from Watson Bayou, minutes from Panama City Beach, and close to downtown Panama City’s restaurants, boutiques, and waterfront life.

Why Bay Animal Hospital

• Award-Winning Practice – Trusted by the community, year after year

• Tight-Knit Team Culture – Friendly, supportive, and genuinely fun to work with

• Gold-Standard Medicine – Quality care without rushing or cutting corners

• Work-Life Balance – We respect your time, your family, and your life outside the clinic

• Coastal Lifestyle Perk – Sunshine, water views, and beach days are part of the package

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate medical care to companion animals
• Perform examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and routine surgeries
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet parents
• Partner with teammates to deliver excellent patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
• Uphold hospital protocols, ethics, and standards of care

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experienced DVM/VMD from an AVMA-accredited program

• Active Florida veterinary license (or ability to obtain)

• DEA/BNDD eligibility

• Strong communication skills and a team-first mindset

• Comfortable lifting up to 25 lbs independently (more with assistance)

• Open to learning, collaboration, and growth

Benefits Offered

• Competitive, negotiable compensation based on experience

• Unlimited Personal Time Away

• Bonus incentives

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with company match

• CE allowance & licensure reimbursement

• Flexible scheduling options

• Career development & mentorship support

• Employee Assistance Program & mental health resources

• Vet referral program

• Relocation assistance available

If you’re looking for a practice where your medicine is respected, your growth is supported, and your life outside of work actually matters — Bay Animal Hospital may be exactly what you’ve been waiting for.