Managing Veterinarian | Feline-Only Medicine in Destin, FL | The Cat Clinic of Destin

Practice

The Cat Clinic of Destin is a full-service, feline-only veterinary hospital offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care. We serve clients from the entire Emerald Coast region including Okaloosa and Walton County.

We've provided advanced diagnostic procedures with our digital radiology, ultrasound, and in-house state-of-the-art laboratory since April of 2000.

Position Purpose

Where Feline Medicine Meets Exceptional Leadership

Managing Veterinarian | Cat Clinic of Destin

Destin, Florida

If feline medicine is your passion and you're ready to take the next step in your career, this is a rare opportunity to lead an established 100% feline-exclusive practice on Florida's Emerald Coast.

For more than 25 years, Cat Clinic of Destin has focused exclusively on cats, providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care in an environment designed around the unique needs of feline patients.

As our next Managing Veterinarian, you'll remain actively involved in patient care while helping guide medical standards, mentor fellow veterinarians, and support a collaborative team culture. This is an opportunity to grow as a leader without stepping away from the medicine you love.

We believe great leaders should have the autonomy to make an impact—and be rewarded for the leadership they bring. In addition to competitive base compensation, this role includes a monthly MDVM leadership stipend and quarterly bonus opportunities, providing additional earning potential beyond your base salary.

Why You'll Love The Cat Clinic

• Practice 100% feline-exclusive medicine in an environment designed specifically for cats
• Lead an established practice with more than 25 years of community trust
• Stay clinically active while mentoring and supporting fellow veterinarians
• Earn additional compensation through a monthly MDVM leadership stipend and quarterly bonus opportunities
• Clinical autonomy with the support of experienced operational leadership
• Collaborative, experienced support team
• Modern technology supporting high-quality feline medicine
• Flexible scheduling designed to support life outside the hospital
• Live and work just minutes from Destin's world-famous white-sand beaches

Essential Responsibilities

What You'll Do

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care for feline patients, including wellness, diagnostics, dentistry, treatment planning, and surgery
• Lead by example, helping shape and maintain high standards of feline medicine and patient care
• Mentor and support associate veterinarians through collaboration, coaching, and professional development
• Partner with hospital leadership on medical decisions, practice goals, and continued growth
• Build lasting client relationships through education, thoughtful treatment recommendations, and compassionate communication
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture where great medicine, teamwork, and exceptional patient care come first
• Support consistent medical protocols and accurate medical records across the practice

Requirements/Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• DVM or VMD degree from an AVMA-accredited program
• Active Florida veterinary license, or ability to obtain
• DEA licensure, or eligibility to obtain
• Clinical experience with the confidence to practice independently
• A genuine interest in feline medicine, leadership, mentorship, and developing others
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Collaborative, positive, and team-oriented approach to patient care and leadership
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with larger patients or equipment as needed

Benefits Offered

Because Great Leaders Deserve Great Support

• Competitive Compensation
• Monthly MDVM Leadership Stipend
• Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
• Flexible Personal Time Away
• Flexible Scheduling
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with Employer Match
• Continuing Education & Licensure Reimbursement
• Ongoing Leadership Development
• Employee Assistance Program & Mental Wellness Resources
• DVM Referral Bonus Program

If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where your passion for cats, great medicine, and developing others can make a lasting impact, we'd love to connect and show you what your future at Cat Clinic of Destin could look like. 

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