Elanco Animal Health

Managing Veterinarian

Elanco Animal Health • $120K — $150K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • DVM with 5-7 years of veterinary experience
  • Proven leadership abilities in a clinical setting
  • Strong mentorship skills to support associate veterinarians
  • Experience with regulatory compliance and best practices
  • Ability to lead in surgery, dentistry, and patient care

Responsibilities

  • Oversee both medical and non-medical operations of the hospital
  • Mentor and support a team of associate veterinarians
  • Ensure the practice complies with regulations and maintains best practices
  • Lead by example in surgical procedures and patient care
  • Create a collaborative environment focused on growth

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Sign-on bonus for the right candidate
  • Unlimited personal time off
  • Bonus incentives and opportunities for leadership development
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Continuing education reimbursements and licensure fees covered
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
  • Relocation assistance available if needed
  • DVM referral program
Full Job Description
Job Description
Managing Veterinarian - Lead, Inspire, and Thrive in Beautiful Northwest Florida

Location: DeFuniak Springs, FL

Compensation: $120,000-$150,000/year (based on experience)

We're offering a sign-on bonus for the right leader to join our growing practice as Managing Veterinarian and help guide our hospital into its next exciting chapter.

With nearly 40 years of service to the Walton County community, our full-service, two-doctor small animal hospital has earned a loyal following-and we're just getting started. We're looking for a motivated DVM with strong leadership skills, a collaborative spirit, and a love for both medicine and mentorship.

Your Role as Managing DVM

As our new Managing Veterinarian, you'll bring both clinical excellence and inspiring leadership to our practice. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing medical and non-medical operations
  • Mentoring and supporting associate veterinarians
  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and best practices
  • Leading by example in surgery, dentistry, and patient care
  • Fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented environment

You'll have the freedom to shape the future of the practice-while enjoying the support, trust, and resources you need to succeed.

About the Area

Located in the heart of Northwest Florida, DeFuniak Springs is a gem of a community that blends small-town warmth with natural beauty. Highlights include:

  • Stunning Victorian architecture surrounding a 40-acre spring-fed lake
  • A vibrant downtown filled with local shops and restaurants
  • Holiday light displays that attract visitors from across the region
  • Endless opportunities for boating, kayaking, and outdoor adventure
  • Easy access to Florida's world-famous Gulf Coast beaches

Whether you love quiet mornings on the lake or quick weekend trips to the beach, you'll feel right at home here.

What We Offer

We believe your dedication deserves to be rewarded-with both competitive compensation and a healthy work-life balance.

  • $120,000-$150,000/year, based on experience
  • Sign-on bonus
  • Unlimited personal time
  • Bonus incentives and leadership development opportunities
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) and Roth(k) with employer match
  • CE and licensure reimbursement
  • Flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
  • Employee Assistance Program and mental health resources
  • Relocation assistance available
  • DVM referral program


Ready to Lead the Way?

If you're a compassionate, confident veterinarian who's ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to meet you.

Join a practice where your leadership matters, your growth is supported, and every day brings new opportunities to make a difference.

Apply today and discover why DeFuniak Springs is the perfect place to lead, live, and love what you do.

About Elanco Animal Health

Elanco Animal Health is an American pharmaceutical company that develops and produces products for animal health. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Greenfield, Indiana. Elanco produces a wide range of products for both livestock and pets, including vaccines, antibiotics, and parasiticides. The company operates in more than 90 countries and has a global workforce of over 5,500 employees. Elanco was spun off from Eli Lilly and Company in 2018 and became a publicly traded company in September of that year. The company is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol ELAN.
Learn more about Elanco Animal Health
Size
9,000 employees
Market Cap
$5.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$560 million
5 Year Trend
+10.3%
Revenue
$3.2 billion
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